Your Questions Answered

We specialise in heritage and traditional roofing, including leadwork, slating, tiling, and full roof restorations. All work is carried out to the highest standards for historic buildings.

Yes. Every member of our team is trained through the NCTS and LSTA, ensuring specialist knowledge in heritage roofing and leadwork.

Absolutely. We provide a 25-year guarantee on all roofing and leadwork projects, giving you confidence in both quality and longevity.

We carefully assess every project, follow traditional techniques, and work closely with architects, surveyors, and estate managers to maintain the building’s character and integrity.

Yes. We provide expert guidance on roofing materials, techniques, and specifications to ensure the right approach for each historic property.

Replacing a historic roof requires more than material selection. The building’s original construction, structural capacity and the weight of proposed materials must be assessed, alongside planning or listed building requirements. Early specialist advice helps ensure the right approach is taken without compromising the building’s character or performance.

Not always. Many leaks are caused by localised defects such as slipped slates or failed flashings and can often be repaired. A full replacement is usually only required where there is widespread material failure, unsafe conditions or system-wide issues. A proper inspection is essential to determine the right solution.

Roofs that haven’t been renewed in 20–30 years may be approaching the end of their service life. Common signs include missing or cracked slates or tiles, repeated repairs, water staining, or daylight visible from within the roof space. These indicators should prompt a specialist assessment to establish whether repair or replacement is required.