Roof Repairs & Maintenance
Slipped tiles, leaks and storm damage found, explained in plain terms and repaired properly, with honest advice on whether a repair is the right answer.
- Free site assessments
- No-obligation quotes
- South West & Central England
Signs your roof needs attention
Small problems like a slipped tile, a blocked gutter or a damaged flashing can let water in. Look out for these signs, outside and in:
Missing or slipped tiles
Broken, uneven or missing tiles and slates, or displaced ridge tiles.
Debris on the ground
Pieces of mortar, tile or slate in the garden or gutters.
Overflowing gutters
Water spilling over during rain, or damp staining on outside walls.
Loose flashings
Lead lifting or slipping around chimneys, walls or dormers.
Damp ceilings
Brown marks or damp patches on ceilings and upstairs walls.
Drips or musty smells
Drips after rain, bubbling plaster or a persistent musty smell.
A dip in the roofline
A new sag or change in the roof’s shape.
Not every damp loft is a leak
Condensation from poor ventilation can look just like a leak. We find the real cause before any repair is carried out.
How often should a roof be checked?
Check your roof from the ground twice a year, ideally in spring and autumn, and after severe storms. Clear gutters more often if trees overhang the property.
Book a professional inspection if you spot defects, recurring damp or a change in the roof’s shape. Please don’t climb onto the roof yourself. Coverings can be fragile and are best inspected with proper access equipment.
Period properties
Older roofs benefit from particular care, with repairs made using materials and methods that suit the original roof, keeping as much sound original material as possible.
How we carry out roof repairs
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Stage 1
Inspection
We inspect the roof using safe access and find the real source of the problem, whether it’s a leak, condensation or something else.
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Stage 2
Clear explanation
We explain what we’ve found in plain terms, with photos where helpful, and give you a clear written quote.
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Stage 3
Making safe
Where water is getting in, we make the roof watertight as quickly as possible.
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Stage 4
Repair
Slipped tiles are refixed, loose ridges re-bedded, and flashings, valleys and gutters repaired using matching materials.
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Stage 5
Checks
We check the surrounding roof for other defects, so you know about anything that needs attention later.
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Stage 6
Tidy up
Debris is cleared from the roof, gutters and ground, and the site is left clean.
The parts of a roof that need maintenance
We look after every part of the roof, not just the bit that’s leaking.
| Area | What we look for |
|---|---|
| Tiles and slates | Cracked, slipped, loose or missing coverings and failed fixings |
| Ridges and hips | Loose tiles, cracked or missing bedding and movement in dry ridge systems |
| Chimneys | Pointing, pots, flaunching and lead flashings |
| Leadwork and valleys | Splits, lifted edges, failed joints and blocked or damaged valleys |
| Gutters and roofline | Blockages, leaking joints, sagging sections and rotten or loose boards |
| Flat roofs and roof windows | Splits, blistering, standing water and damaged seals or flashings |
| Loft and timbers | Condensation, mould, damp insulation and blocked eaves ventilation |
The benefits of regular roof maintenance
A little upkeep now saves a lot of money later.
- Prevents leaks Small defects are fixed before water reaches the timbers.
- Lower repair bills Catching problems early avoids expensive structural repairs.
- Protects your home Keeps insulation, ceilings and internal finishes dry.
- Keeps original materials Prompt repairs help retain sound original slates and tiles.
- Delays replacement A well-maintained roof lasts longer before it needs renewing.
Roof Repairs & Maintenance questions
How quickly can you repair a leaking roof?
Call us on 0800 122 3622. We’ll arrange an inspection as quickly as possible and make the roof watertight while the full repair is arranged.
Is my loft damp because the roof is leaking?
Not always. Condensation from poor ventilation or moisture from the rooms below can look very similar. We’ll find the real cause first.
Should I repair or replace my roof?
Most roofs can be repaired if the problems are localised. If failures are widespread, replacement is often better value. We’ll give you an honest recommendation.
How often should my roof be checked?
From the ground twice a year, in spring and autumn, and after severe storms, with a professional inspection if you spot any problems.
Got a leak or a slipped tile?
Free site assessments and no-obligation quotes for roof repair work across Bristol, Somerset, Gloucestershire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Worcestershire. We are happy to talk through projects of any size, from a single repair to a complete new roof.
Free site assessments
No charge, no obligation
We visit, assess and talk you through your options
Where we work
South West and Central England
Eight areas covered, listed below
Areas we cover
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