Heritage Leadwork
Lead is one of the most durable and appropriate materials for historic roofing, when detailed and installed correctly. We specialise in high-quality heritage leadwork, combining traditional craft with current Lead Sheet Association best practice to ensure long-term performance on sensitive buildings.
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Our leadwork services cover everything from detailed repairs to complex architectural features. Every element is carefully designed, set out and installed to accommodate movement, prevent failure and remain faithful to the character of the building.
Precisely detailed flashings and weatherings to protect roof junctions, abutments and penetrations, ensuring long-term water tightness without visual intrusion.
Traditional lead-lined parapet and cornice gutters formed and detailed to manage water effectively while respecting historic architectural profiles.
Lead roofing systems designed for flat and low-pitched applications, set out within recommended bay sizes to ensure durability and correct thermal movement.
Specialist leadwork for pitched roofs, including cover flashings, soakers and stepped detailing appropriate to heritage structures.
Traditional lead welding techniques used for repairs and specialist details where required, carried out with care and technical control.
Formed lead ridge and hip roll systems that provide weather protection while maintaining traditional roof lines and proportions.
Complex leadwork formed and installed on curved and decorative roof features, requiring advanced craftsmanship and careful setting out.
Decorative lead and cast lead features, created or reinstated to complement historic architecture with moulded and formed detailing.
Lead cladding solutions for vertical and pitched surfaces, designed to perform while preserving architectural intent.
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