Gutters, Fascias, Soffits, Repairs, Re-Roof, Felt, Verges, Ridges, Flat, New, Roofing

We carry out fascia and soffit roof repairs and upgrades.

Traditionally, fascias and soffits were, and are still in use today, made from wood. However, they require more repairs, any rain water penetrating the fascia and soffit boards will cause the wood to rot and allow water and dampness to penetrate the roofline and eventually the loft space. Keeping up with painting the wooden boards to lengthen their life span is not really cost effective and this will need to be done more regularly. The wooden boards will need replacing at some point.

There are now newer products on the market, that provide many more advantages over the wooden fascias and soffits. New properties generally have the new upvc fascias and soffits installed and older properties can be updated. The new upvc roofline products are much more cost effective and longer lasting. Contact us for more information.

Gutters play an important role in keeping the roof dry and help prevent dampness. They are designed to allow the rain water to run off the roof, enter the gutters and flow through into the drains.  However, any blockages in the gutter system can cause problems. There is a natural build up of dirt, grime, leaves, nesting materials and so forth that can lead to blockages. The rain water will disperse and if the gutters are blocked at any point, the water can overflow, damage the mortar between the brickwork and cause damp problems to ceilings and walls. If left this can also cause problems with the foundations of a building if the water is constantly pooling.

We carry out all gutter repairs, replacing any damaged guttering, including downpipes. We also carry out upgrades to the new upvc systems which are more cost effective than the older systems. We would recommend having the gutters checked and cleaned once or twice a year to ensure there are no problems.

Roof Verges

Mortar based roof verges need regular maintenance. The verges are on the edges of the roof at the gable ends.

Traditionally the edges of the roof (gable end) are fixed with a sand/cement based mortar and help prevent birds nesting and keep out other unwanted insects. Over time the weather will affect the mortar and cause it to crack and crumble, birds also take advantage of this and use it for nesting areas, which is not ideal as it also allows for water ingress.

In renewing the mortar, we clean the old mortar off and then replace with a new mix which will stabilise the edges.

Consider having a more secure and durable replacement by having the new dry verge systems installed.

Ridge Tiles

Traditionally, ridge tiles are held in place with mortar (sand/cement mix). Again due to wear and tear and the weather conditions, the mortar will need replacing. If left the tiles will slip and allow for water ingress.

We clean the old mortar away and replace with new, ensuring the tiles are re-bedded and secure.

New properties are generally built with the dry roofing systems and older properties can be upgraded. The dry systems are a much better alternative and more cost effective solution.

We carry out all chimney repairs, from re-pointing the brickwork to re-bedding the chimney pots and securing the cowls.

We can also offer a chimney removal service, if required. So if you are considering having a loft conversion and do not use the current chimney then having the chimney taken down a level offers more roof space.

The chimney is the highest point on a roof and so takes the brunt of the weather. The mortar between the brickwork will, over time, crack and crumble due to the changeable weather conditions. This causes the chimney to become unstable and the worst scenerio is for the bricks to become loose and fall.  This can affect the roof and anything below it at ground level.

 A small re-pointing service of the chimney brickwork undertaken early will prevent a larger and more expensive job, if neglected.

We can offer a roof and chimney inspection to see if there are any problems.

Roof tiles need maintaining, so if you have any loose, missing or damaged tiles they need to be replaced. Rain water will fall from the roof and into the gutters, any missing or damaged tiles will allow for water ingress which is not ideal and can cause leaks. It is also a good idea to have moss etc. removed from roofs to stop the build up as this also allows for water to eventually penetrate the tiles and let water into the roof space. 

In cases where the roof tiles are old and too many are damaged to consistently replace or be cost effective, then we can install a new roof, including laying a breathable roof membrane, new treated wooden battens as well as new roof tiles.

There options on the type of tile and the colour which will be dependant on the type of building that requires a new roof. We install a range of roof materials, from pitched to flat roofs.