Lead is ubiquitous on Shortheath's older housing stock at chimneys, valleys, bay tops and dormers. We repair and replace lead flat roofs, flashings and valleys across Shortheath using Code 4 and Code 5 milled lead sheet.
Shortheath's 1960s–1980s housing stock means lead work is a regular requirement. Concrete tile aging on 1960s–70s properties. Gutter blockages from Farnham Park tree canopy on eastern boundary properties. Flat garage roofs needing replacement. Open ridge mortar joints. Thermal cycling on Shortheath properties means expansion provision is critical — we always specify correct sheet dimensions and bay widths.
1960s–1980s semi-detached and detached housing on the eastern edge of Farnham. Concrete interlocking tile throughout. Generally well-maintained compared to some post-war estates.
Concrete tile aging on 1960s–70s properties. Gutter blockages from Farnham Park tree canopy on eastern boundary properties. Flat garage roofs needing replacement. Open ridge mortar joints.
Shortheath occupies flat ground on the eastern edge of Farnham towards Farnham Park. The park boundary creates significant tree coverage on eastern plots with attendant gutter blockage issues.
Properties backing onto Farnham Park face above-average leaf fall every autumn. Annual autumn gutter clearance is strongly recommended — a single blocked winter causes water to back up under tiles.
We cover Shortheath (GU9) and all Farnham postcodes. Same-day surveys Monday to Saturday. Emergency call-outs 24/7. Call 0125 244 7622.
| Job Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Chimney flashing repair/replace | £200–£600 |
| Bay top lead (small) | £600–£1,200 |
| Bay top lead (large) | £1,000–£2,000 |
| Valley lead per metre | £150–£300/m |
All prices include materials and labour. Written quote before any work starts. Call 0125 244 7622.
"Excellent lead roofing work on our 1960s–1980s property. Came when they said they would, did exactly what was quoted, left the place clean. Would recommend to anyone in Shortheath."
"Really impressed with the knowledge of local properties. They understood exactly what our Shortheath house needed and specified the job correctly first time."
"Free quote, no obligation, fair price. The work was done to a high standard and they explained everything clearly. Exactly what you want from a local roofer."
Properties backing onto Farnham Park in Shortheath face above-average leaf fall volume every autumn from the park's mature deciduous boundary planting. For these properties, annual autumn gutter clearance is critical — a single blocked winter season consistently causes more damage than years of normal weathering. We see more gutter overflow and fascia saturation damage on park-adjacent Shortheath properties than anywhere else in the neighbourhood.
We cover Shortheath (farnham-roofers) and all Farnham postcodes from our base in Farnham. Same-day surveys available Monday to Saturday. Call 0125 244 7622 for a free written quote.
Properly installed lead sheet typically lasts 60–100+ years. The most common cause of premature failure on Shortheath properties is incorrect installation — sheets fixed without room for thermal expansion.
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 is the minimum for most flashings and valley work. Code 5 for flat roofs and larger spans. We always specify the appropriate code in our written quote.
Local Farnham roofers. No call-out fee. 10-year guarantee. Written quote before we start.
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