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 Fleet using Code 4 and Code 5 milled lead sheet.
We cover all Fleet postcodes (GU51) 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 Fleet'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 Fleet's older housing stock. Concrete interlocking tiles on 1980s estates showing surface carbonation and nail sickness. Ridge mortar failure on exposed south-west facing properties. UPVC fascia delamination on 1990s stock. The thermal cycling on Fleet properties means expansion provision is critical — we always specify the correct sheet dimensions and bay widths.
Fleet sits on a plateau above the Blackwater Valley, giving it good drainage but exposure to south-westerly winds that accelerate tile and mortar weathering on exposed elevations.
Concrete interlocking tiles on 1980s estates showing surface carbonation and nail sickness. Ridge mortar failure on exposed south-west facing properties. UPVC fascia delamination on 1990s stock.
We cover Fleet (GU51) and surrounding areas including Church Crookham, Hook, Farnham. Same-day response available Monday to Saturday. Emergency call-outs 24/7.
All lead roofing work in Fleet 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.
Fleet's commuter belt housing stock — predominantly 1970s to 1990s detached and semi-detached on estates like Elvetham Heath — means roofing issues here follow a predictable cycle. Concrete interlocking tiles installed between 1975 and 1995 are now 30–50 years old, at or approaching the point where surface carbonation accelerates and nail fixings begin to fail.
Lead roofing in Fleet 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.
The affluent commuter belt character of Fleet means properties are generally well-maintained — but well-presented properties can still have roof problems that aren't visible from street level. A survey every 5 years is worth the investment given the property values involved.
Fleet's plateau position gives it slightly more exposure to south-westerly weather than sheltered valley towns. Ridge and hip mortar failure after winter storms is a recurring call pattern in the Fleet area.
"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 Fleet 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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