Natural Welsh and Westmorland slate is common on The Bourne's older housing stock and can last 100 years or more with correct maintenance. We repair, re-nail and re-slate period properties across The Bourne, sourcing matching natural slate where required.
The Bourne's 1920s–1960s housing includes natural slate roofing on The Bourne and surrounding streets where Victorian and Edwardian properties are concentrated. These roofs often have decades of life remaining with targeted repairs.
Mix of 1920s–30s detached properties and post-war semis in a wooded setting south of Farnham. Clay tile dominant on older stock, concrete on post-war. Heavy tree canopy throughout.
Very high moss growth rate due to tree canopy and valley shade. Valley and gutter blockages every autumn. Concrete tile erosion on post-war properties. Flat roof garage additions needing replacement.
The Bourne runs along a wooded valley south of Farnham. Heavy tree canopy creates significant leaf fall and persistent shade on north-facing slopes — highest moss growth rate of any Farnham neighbourhood.
The Bourne has the highest moss growth rate of any Farnham neighbourhood due to valley humidity and heavy deciduous tree canopy. Annual gutter and valley clearance is essential — twice yearly for heavily canopied plots.
We cover The Bourne (GU10) and all Farnham postcodes. Same-day surveys Monday to Saturday. Emergency call-outs 24/7. Call 0125 244 7622.
| Job Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| 1–10 slates replaced | £150–£350 |
| Re-nailing per slope | £600–£1,500 |
| Full re-slate 3-bed | £5,500–£9,000 |
| Full re-slate 4-bed | £8,000–£16,000 |
All prices include materials and labour. Written quote before any work starts. Call 0125 244 7622.
"Excellent slate roofing work on our 1920s–1960s property. Came when they said they would, did exactly what was quoted, left the place clean. Would recommend to anyone in The Bourne."
"Really impressed with the knowledge of local properties. They understood exactly what our The Bourne 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."
The Bourne's wooded valley setting creates the highest moss growth rate of any Farnham neighbourhood. The combination of valley humidity, north-facing slopes, and heavy deciduous canopy means roofs here can become significantly colonised within 3–4 years of the last treatment. For The Bourne properties, annual autumn gutter clearance and 4-yearly moss treatment is our minimum maintenance recommendation.
We cover Bourne (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.
If less than 20% of slates are damaged and the rest are sound, repair or re-nailing is almost always better value than full replacement. We'll give you an honest assessment at the survey stage.
Yes in most cases. We source from suppliers carrying Welsh Blue, Welsh Grey and Westmorland Green slates common on The Bourne's period housing. For small repairs we find a close match.
Nail sickness is corrosion of original iron nail fixings causing slates to slip. It's common on The Bourne's pre-1950 slate properties. Re-nailing extends the roof's life 40–60 years without full replacement.
Local Farnham roofers. No call-out fee. 10-year guarantee. Written quote before we start.
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