Leadwork Repairs in Slough & Windsor

You should look for visible signs from the ground, such as lead that has slipped out of the brickwork or pieces that look buckled and thin. Inside your house, brown staining on the chimney breast or dampness in the loft around the stack are clear indicators that the lead flashings or the chimney apron have failed. We can provide a drone or ladder inspection to confirm the exact state of the leadwork.

Yes. We are very familiar with the conservation requirements in Datchet and Windsor. We use traditional methods to ensure any new leadwork matches the existing style of the property. This includes using the correct gauge of lead and traditional fixing methods that satisfy local planning expectations for period homes.

The "Code" refers to the thickness and weight of the lead sheet. Code 4 is the standard for most domestic flashings and valleys because it is thick enough to resist cracking but flexible enough to be shaped. Code 5 is thicker and heavier, often used for larger flat roof areas or high-exposure gutters where extra durability is needed. Using the wrong code for the wrong application is a common reason why leadwork fails prematurely.

Often, the leak isn't in the lead itself but in how the tiles are cut over it. If the tiles are too tight to the valley, debris and moss build up, causing water to "bridge" over the lead and into your roof space. Alternatively, the lead might not have a high enough "upstand" under the tiles. We can strip back the tiles to inspect the lead and fix these design flaws without always needing a full replacement.

For a standard semi-detached house in Slough or Maidenhead, a valley replacement usually takes one to two days. This includes removing the old lead, checking the timber supports, installing the new Code 4 lead, and re-fitting the tiles. We always aim to leave the roof watertight at the end of every working day.