RECON THATCHERS was founded in 1983 by the present owner, Bertus Nieuwenhuis
and originally started by focussing on Swimming Pools. After the
completion of a 17m x 7m pool with and island and a thatch umbrella, the
demand for similar umbrella thatches grew and later included other
thatched roof projects. Today, RECON THATCHERS is a well-known company and a leader in thatching.
We do any Thatch Roofs for houses, game lodges, chalets and lapas.
We can make a thatch roof in any shape and size to fit your pocket.
Specialised repair and rethatching of old thatch roofs.
Maintenance on thatch roofs.
Fire protection coatings on thatch roofs.
Guarenteed satisfaction.
design specifications
The following is a list of the specifications and standards that we up hold for each of our clients.
The inside layer is done with Cape Thatch reed or grass.
The outer layer is thatched with Hiperphilia Dissoluta which is 2mm to 4mm thick.
All our structures are build with SABS approved Tanalith treated poles.
The thickness of the poles, nuts and bolts for the structure is acording to SANS10400 standards.
All poles for the structure is pre-treated with a wax-oil treatment unless stated otherwise.
Our standard thatch thickness is 150-175 mm unless stated otherwise.
To ensure top quality workmanship, our engineer does regular inspections on the work.
Workmanship on all our thatches is guaranteed for one year.
After completion of work, insurance and lightning condutors can be arrange.
Bertus, thank you for another very professional and excellent thatching job done. I am glad to say that you have changed my perception on the quality of thatching available in the Free State. After 3 previous experiences I had with other contractors, I contacted you 2 years ago for the first thatching job. Having you back now for the bigger contract was a natural choice. Your workers were a pleasure to have on the premises for 3 weeks, they reflected the training you put into your business. I can highly recommend you to wherever you are prepared to travel for thatching.
Dr Fanie Weyers
Jou goeie en professionele diens word waardeer. Dit is deesdae skaars om te vind.
Mitzi Victor
Congratulations to our Associated Member, Recon Thatchers,
for winning the "International Best Thatched Roof Competition 2015" at
the International Thatching Society's Conference held in Sweden,
September 2015.
Free State Institute of Architects
Thank you again for the fast and effective service with the replacement of the thatch roof at Gazania 56. It looks well and is indeed a good addition to our property's value. I have the confidence to recommend you should someone enquire.
Dawie Kok
I would like to thank you for the service that I received . The
manpower was up to standard and the quality of your work was
outstanding. I will certainly recommend you to anyone that is looking
for your services…
You are the best!
sylvia Hlongwane
Thank you for the extremely professional service and beautiful lapa your
delivered to us and in such a short time. This is truly an artwork.
Thank you very much!