Roof leak repair

You must act fast if you see signs of water damage inside your home.

• Book a repair for damp patches on ceilings.
• Call a pro if you smell rot in the loft.
• Fix the roof if you see daylight through gaps.
• Check for damage after high winds or storms.
• Landlords must fix leaks to keep homes fit for tenants.
• Ignoring small drips can lead to dangerous ceiling collapses.

The roofer will first find exactly where the water is getting in.

• They check the loft and roof surface for entry points.
• Experts use safety ladders or scaffolding to reach the roof.
• Damaged tiles or slates are replaced with new ones.
• Loose lead around chimneys is fixed and sealed.
• Most small repairs take a few hours to complete.
• As a guide, expect to pay around £200 to £600.

A watertight roof gives you peace of mind and protects your bank balance.

• You avoid expensive internal repairs to plaster and paint.
• It prevents mould that can harm your family's health.
• A dry home is much easier and cheaper to heat.
• You keep the full value of your property.
• Your home insurance stays valid with good maintenance.
• It stops water reaching your electrical wiring and lights.

Your roofer will explain why the leak started and how to stop it happening again.

• They check if the felt under tiles has perished.
• They look for blocked valleys that trap rainwater.
• You will learn if your leadwork needs replacing.
• Pros explain if the roof needs more venting.
• They will tell you if the whole roof is failing.
• Ask about the best materials for your specific roof type.