When your pitched roof needs attention, from a few slates to a complete takedown and rebuild, Oswestry and Wrexham Roofing are the people to call. We have many years experience between us in all aspects of the roofing trade and can guarantee to complete the job to the highest standard as well as in total sympathy to the style and era of building that we are working on.
A few of the pitched roof projects we have worked on:
A new roof was required at this traditional property in Wrexham. The slate tiles are in good condition, but the battens and felt underneath had deteriorated over the years and needed replacing. Recycle Where Possible We always like to recycle materials wherever possible. Slate is an extremely hardwearing and durable material. It is also a natural material and production of it is easier on the planet than some other materials. Therefore, we always try to reuse slate whenever possible. Reuse…
We were pleased to install a dry ridge roofing system on a bungalow in Oswestry this month. As experienced roofers, we are well versed in traditional roofing methods. However, we are always keen to try something new. A bungalow in Oswestry required a new roof therefore, in this instance, we decided to install a new roofing system. We stripped off all old materials including ridge tiles, tiles, batons, felt, leadwork, and verge cement. How the Dry Ridge System Works In…
A lead valley repair was required for this extremely old property. The property is an old vicarage located in Chirk. As you can see from the photographs the leadwork was split and tiles were missing. When a lead valley is in such poor repair, it is likely to result in water ingress. Therefore we recommend a prompt repair. In this instance we did not need to undertake a full replacement roof, thereby saving money. Prepare for Valley Repair In a…
This roof valley repair, Llangollen was undertaken on a traditional Bed and Breakfast property. These beautiful properties need restoration and repair from time to time. Roof valleys take a lot of wear over the years as they drain the roof of water. Sometimes a complete new roof is not required, because a repair of the roof valley will prevent water ingress for years to come. A Roof Valley in A Poor State of Repair In the roof valley of this…
Roofline replacement is a cost-effective way of extending the life of your roof. We undertook this roofline replacement in Wrexham. What is the Roofline? The phrase “roofline” encompasses all aspects around the edge of your roof tiles. The roofline includes soffits, fascia, gutters, downpipes, and barge boards Why is Roofline Renewal Important? An effective roofline seals the gap between your roof tiles and property walls. This, will then, prevent water ingress. A well-maintained roofline also helps keep your tiles secured…
Chimney flashing repair is at the point where the chimney meets the roof tiles. This area is often a weakness in your roof that can allow water ingress. Sometimes you do not need a whole new roof because a repair to the flashing at the base of your chimney will keep your roof watertight for years to come. Install Scaffolding Our first step is to install scaffolding. This is so that the chimney can be accessed safely and also ensures…
Barge board replacement is tricky on traditional properties. We were asked to undertake a decorative barge board repair, at an older Victorian property in Gobowen, that had become worn over time. As you can see it has an unusual decoration which is important to preserve. There is also a decorative finial at the apex of the roof. Rotten Barge Boards The barge boards were rotten, therefore our first job was to remove all of these. The finial, unsurprisingly, had also…
Damage caused by Rogue Traders or Cowboy Traders is a blight on our society. This is so distressing, because of the damage and money involved. It is also a cause of embarrassment to the victim. A Victim of Cowboy Traders We were called by a lady in Morda who had been a victim of such deceit. A disreputable firm of so-called roofers had removed her roof. Rain was pouring into all the lady’s rooms. She owns a beautiful house with…
A roof verge repair is an excellent way of preserving the life of your roof. We were asked by property owners in Llanrhaeadr to repair the verge of their roof.
Traditional barge board must be matched carefully in order to reflect the character of the property and surrounding area. Clients in Llangollen have a beautiful older house with unusual fascia and barge boards. The barge boards are an unusual size being 9 inches wide a half an inch thick. The barge boards also have a trim. This is unusual because barge boards are normally 3/4 inch thick, plain, and very flat. Traditional Barge Board Stripped Back The traditional barge board,…