Lead is the most durable roofing material available — properly installed it outlasts the building. We repair and replace lead flat roofs, bay tops, dormers, valleys and flashings across Farnborough using Code 4 and Code 5 milled lead sheet.
We cover all Farnborough postcodes (GU14) and the surrounding area. Free written quotes, no call-out fee, 10-year workmanship guarantee.
New lead flat roofs for bay tops, dormers, extensions and porches. Code 4 lead with proper drip edges, welted seams and expansion joints specified for Hampshire's climate.
Step, soaker, apron and saddle flashings around chimneys, dormers, walls and skylights. Failed flashings are the most common cause of leaks on Farnborough's period housing.
Valley replacement in Code 4 or Code 5 lead. We strip failed lead or mortar valleys and install new lead to the correct specification for pitch and exposure.
Splits, lifting edges and failed joints. Many lead defects can be repaired rather than replaced if caught early — saving significant cost.
Lead is ubiquitous on Farnborough's older housing stock. Widespread concrete tile failure on Cove and Southwood estates. High emergency call volume from the dense housing. Flat roof extensions on 1960s properties frequently failing. The thermal cycling on Farnborough properties means expansion provision is critical — we always specify the correct sheet dimensions and bay widths.
Farnborough is flat and densely built, with the highest housing density in Hampshire. This concentrates roofing demand — more properties per square mile than any surrounding area.
Widespread concrete tile failure on Cove and Southwood estates. High emergency call volume from the dense housing. Flat roof extensions on 1960s properties frequently failing.
We cover Farnborough (GU14) and surrounding areas including Cove, Aldershot, Fleet. Same-day response available Monday to Saturday. Emergency call-outs 24/7.
All lead roofing work in Farnborough comes with a free written quote before we start. No call-out fee, no obligation. Call 0125 244 7622 to book.
| Job Type | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney flashing repair/replace | £200–£600 | Step and apron, Code 4 |
| Bay top lead (small) | £600–£1,200 | Code 4 lead, new deck if needed |
| Bay top lead (large) | £1,000–£2,000 | Code 5, welted seams |
| Valley lead (per metre) | £150–£300/m | Strip and relay |
All prices include materials and labour. Written quote provided before any work starts. Call 0125 244 7622 for a free assessment.
Farnborough has the highest density of end-of-life concrete tile housing in Hampshire. The large post-war estates in Cove and Southwood — built between 1955 and 1970 — are now 55–70 years old. Many properties on these estates are presenting widespread surface carbonation on tiles, open ridge mortar, and flat garage roofs well past their service life simultaneously.
Lead roofing in Farnborough is long-term work that should last 60–100 years when done correctly. The two most common sources of premature failure we encounter are sheets fixed too rigidly without expansion provision, and incorrect mortar pointing at flashing upstands. Both are installation errors that our approach prevents as standard.
Farnborough's high housing density means roofing contractors are in high demand here — particularly in spring and after autumn storms. Booking ahead rather than waiting for an emergency is good practice for Farnborough homeowners.
The dense suburban tree planting on Farnborough's 1960s estates generates significant leaf fall every autumn. Gutter and valley clearance is the most important annual maintenance task for properties on these estates.
"Bay top had been patched with mastic twice. These guys stripped it all back and laid it properly in Code 4 lead with welted seams. Should last 60 years."
"Lead at the chimney had failed. They relaid it properly — not just pointed over the top. Dry wall for the first time in years."
"Valley had been leaking into the loft. New lead valley laid correctly with correct bay widths. No more issues through a very wet winter."
Properly installed lead sheet typically lasts 60–100+ years. The most common cause of premature failure is incorrect installation — sheets fixed without room for thermal expansion. A correctly installed lead bay top in Farnborough should outlast the building.
Often yes. Small splits, lifting edges and failed joints can frequently be repaired. We assess whether repair or replacement is better long-term value and give you an honest recommendation.
Code 4 (1.8mm) is the minimum for most residential flat roofs. Code 5 is used for larger spans or more exposed positions. We always specify the appropriate code in our written quote.
Fatigue cracking occurs when lead is worked too hard by repeated thermal cycling — expanding in heat, contracting in cold. This is most common when sheets are fixed too rigidly or sized too large for the bay. Correct installation with proper expansion joints prevents it.
Local roofers. No call-out fee. Written quote before we start. 10-year guarantee on all work.
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