Roof repairs · Storm damage
Storm damage and leaks, traced to the source.
When a winter gale lifts tiles or water finds its way in, we make the roof safe fast, then repair it properly with matched materials, not a tub of sealant.
- Response
- Temporary cover usually within 48 hours
- Coverings
- Clay, concrete, slate and stone
- Evidence
- Before-and-after photos with every repair
- Insurance
- Written reports for storm claims
Repairs that last beyond the next storm
Most leaks aren’t where the water shows. Wind-driven rain tracks along battens and felt before it reaches a ceiling, so we start by finding the real cause: a cracked tile, a slipped slate, perished mortar or lead that has lifted.
Every repair is matched to the existing roof, fixed to current standards and photographed so you can see the work you’re paying for.
Our work
Common repairs we carry out
Slipped & broken slates
Refixed on copper or stainless tingles, or re-nailed where battens allow, using matched reclaimed or new slate.
Storm-lifted tiles
Damaged tiles and battens replaced, underlay patched or renewed, every tile in the area clipped.
Ridges & hips
Loose ridge tiles rebedded or converted to a dry-fix system that won’t wash out.
Leaks at chimneys
Failed flashings, soakers and mortar fillets renewed in lead. See our leadwork service.
Valleys
Blocked or split valleys cleared, relined in lead or GRP and re-dressed.
Signs your roof needs attention
- Damp patches or brown staining on ceilings
- Slates or tiles in the garden or gutter
- Daylight visible in the loft
- Moss building up in the joints
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Cracked mortar on ridges or chimneys
| Stage | When | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Make safe | Usually within 48 hours | Temporary cover or sheeting to stop water getting in |
| Inspect | Same visit | Photos of the cause and the extent of damage |
| Quote | Within 2 working days | An itemised price, with repair and replace options where relevant |
| Repair | Booked with you | Matched materials, photo record and written guarantee |
Will my home insurance cover storm damage?
Many policies cover sudden storm damage but not wear and tear. We give you a written report with photos that you can pass to your insurer, and we’re happy to speak to a loss adjuster.
Can you repair a roof in the rain?
We can make a roof safe in poor weather with temporary covers. Permanent repairs are carried out once it’s dry enough to do them properly.
Do you guarantee repairs?
Yes. Repairs carry a written workmanship guarantee, with the length depending on the condition of the surrounding roof. We tell you before we start.
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