Natural Welsh and Westmorland slate on Fleet's Victorian and Edwardian housing stock can last 100 years or more. We repair, re-nail and re-slate period properties across Fleet — sourcing matching natural slate and working to conservation area standards where required.
We cover all Fleet postcodes (GU51) and the surrounding area. Free written quotes, no call-out fee, 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Individual slipped, cracked or nail-sick slates replaced with matching natural slate. We source from specialist suppliers to match colour, texture and size.
Complete strip and re-slate with new breathable underlay and treated battens. Finished with matching natural slate and leadwork at ridges and valleys.
Sound slates with corroded fixings (nail sickness) re-nailed to extend the roof's life by 20–30 years without full replacement.
We work on listed buildings and properties in conservation areas across Hampshire where material specification and colour matching are required.
Fleet's period housing stock includes significant natural slate roofing — particularly on Elvetham Heath, Branksomewood Road, Reading Road South where Victorian and Edwardian properties are concentrated. These roofs often have decades of life remaining with targeted repairs.
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 slate 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1–10 slates replaced | £150–£350 | Matching natural slate |
| Re-nailing (per slope) | £600–£1,500 | Strip, re-nail, re-lay |
| Full re-slate (3-bed semi) | £5,500–£9,000 | Welsh slate, new underlay |
| Full re-slate (4-bed detached) | £8,000–£16,000 | Natural slate, scaffolding |
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.
Slate roofing in Fleet rewards patience and expertise. Matching replacement slates to original stock on period properties requires knowledge of which quarries supplied the area historically — Welsh Blue and Westmorland Green are both present on local period stock — and relationships with specialist suppliers and reclaim merchants. We take slate matching seriously because the visual result matters on period properties.
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.
"Victorian terrace with original Welsh slate. They matched the replacements perfectly — you can't tell which ones are new. Excellent work."
"Had around 30 slipped slates. They re-nailed the whole back slope rather than just patching. Much better value and the right long-term approach."
"Listed building, very specific requirements. They knew exactly what was needed and sourced the right slate. Conservation officer was satisfied."
If less than 20% of slates are damaged and the rest are sound, repair or re-nailing is almost always better value. Full replacement is warranted when slates are widely delaminating or crumbling — a condition indicating end of natural life. We'll give you an honest assessment.
Yes in most cases. We source from suppliers carrying Welsh Blue, Welsh Grey and Westmorland Green slates common on Fleet's period housing. For small repairs we find a close match; for larger areas we can source reclaimed slate.
Yes. We're familiar with Hampshire planning requirements for conservation areas and listed buildings, and can advise on appropriate materials and liaise with planning if needed.
Nail sickness is the corrosion of the original iron or steel fixings in older slate roofs. As nails corrode, slates slip — first at the tail, then falling off. Re-nailing replaces all fixings while retaining the original slates, extending the roof's life significantly.
Local roofers. No call-out fee. Written quote before we start. 10-year guarantee on all work.
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