Our repair work covers the full range of pitched roof problems. Slipped or broken tiles and slates replaced in matching or closest available material. Flashing repairs — the lead or mortar seals around chimneys, abutments, and roof junctions that are one of the most common sources of leaks. Ridge tile re-bedding and repointing where traditional mortar has cracked or lifted. Valley repairs, including re-laying or replacing lead-lined or fibre valleys. Damaged or missing verge mortar on exposed gable ends.
We also carry out felt repairs where the underlayment has deteriorated and is allowing water in from beneath the tiles. Storm and wind damage is something we see regularly across this area — high winds lift ridge tiles, crack mortar, shift slates, and pull back lead flashings more often than most homeowners expect. If you've had a storm through, it's worth a check even if nothing obvious is visible from the ground. For flat roof repairs specifically, see our flat roofing page.
Water finding its way past a damaged tile or failed flashing doesn't stay contained. It soaks into timber battens and rafters, leading to rot that becomes structural if left long enough. Wet insulation loses its effectiveness and becomes a breeding ground for mould. Damp patches on ceilings spread further with each rain shower, affecting plasterwork, electrics, and eventually the rooms below. Catching a problem early is almost always cheaper than dealing with the knock-on damage later.
There's also the question of cumulative wear. A slipped tile doesn't just create one entry point for water — it puts more stress on surrounding tiles, which can shift or crack in turn. Fixing a single tile is a much simpler job than waiting until three or four have worked loose. We'll always give you an honest picture of whether a straightforward repair will address the issue or whether something more significant is going on.
Minor repairs — a handful of broken tiles, a small repointing job, or a simple flashing patch — typically come in between £100 and £400. More involved work such as re-laying a section of valley, re-bedding a full ridge run, or addressing widespread felt failure sits higher, in the £500 to £1,500+ range, depending on the extent and what access is needed. Scaffolding is sometimes required for larger or higher repair jobs, which adds to the overall cost.
We provide a written estimate before any work starts and won't begin without your agreement. Emergency or urgent callouts — where weather is actively getting in — are something we accommodate where possible. If you're unsure how serious the damage is, give us a call and we'll talk it through.
Roof Repairs Across Tadley, Reading & Beyond
We carry out roof repairs throughout a 30-mile radius of Tadley, covering Reading, Basingstoke, Fleet, Andover, Bramley, Newbury, Farnborough, Camberley, and Thatcham. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call.
The honest answer is: it depends on the condition of the rest of the roof. A single failed tile on a sound 20-year-old roof absolutely warrants a repair. A recurring leak on a 40+ year old roof with cracked and porous tiles, perished felt, and deteriorating ridge mortar is a different conversation — repairs will keep coming until you're spending more fixing problems than a new roof would have cost.
We'll tell you straight which situation you're in. If a repair will genuinely solve the problem and see the roof through another reasonable period, that's what we'll recommend. If the roof has reached the point where replacement makes more financial sense, we'll explain why and give you figures for both options. For full replacement, see our new roof installation page. For ridge tile issues specifically, see ridge tile repairs. For chimney-related leaks, see chimney repairs.
Storm damage, sudden leaks, or tiles down after high winds — we respond to urgent roofing situations across the 30-mile area. If rain is actively getting in, we'll assess what's needed to make the roof watertight as a priority, then discuss the full repair once the immediate risk is managed. Temporary weatherproofing can be put in place where a complete repair isn't possible in a single visit.
Same-day visits aren't always available, but we do our best to get out quickly when there's active water ingress — the sooner it's looked at, the less secondary damage occurs. Call as early as possible if you've had storm damage or a sudden leak overnight.
If you've noticed a leak, damaged tiles, or anything on your roof that doesn't look right, get in touch. We cover Reading, Basingstoke, Tadley and a 30-mile radius. Free estimates, no obligation, all work guaranteed.
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