Heritage Roofing in Cricklade, Wiltshire

If your home is Grade II listed or sits within the Cricklade Conservation Area, you'll know the planning rules can be a bit of a headache. You can't just pick any tile from a catalogue. Most of the time, the council wants 'like-for-like' materials to ensure a sympathetic restoration. That's where we come in. We're experts at sourcing reclaimed Welsh slate or handmade clay tiles that match your home's original look perfectly. We also understand that old buildings need to breathe. Using modern cement mortar on a chimney stack that was built with lime mortar can cause all sorts of problems with moisture and stone decay. We stick to the time-honoured techniques that keep your stonework healthy and your home bone-dry, ensuring everything we do is in full compliance with local conservation requirements.

There's something incredibly satisfying about a perfectly dressed lead valley or a neatly pointed ridge. In heritage roofing, expert leadwork is often the secret to a watertight finish. Our leadwork specialists don't just 'fit' lead; they boss and dress it using the same methods craftsmen used a hundred years ago. This isn't just about looks—it's about ensuring your flashings and gutters can handle the Wiltshire weather for decades to come. Whether it's intricate work around a chimney or restoring the heavy stone tiling common in this part of the country, we treat every inch of your roof with the respect a period home deserves. We've spent years working with natural slate and Cotswold stone, meaning we know exactly how to handle the unique weight and fixing requirements of these traditional materials. It’s about more than just fixing a leak; it's about adding curb appeal and lasting value to your property.

The problem with old roofs is that they can be fragile. Walking all over a 200-year-old slate roof just to find a leak can sometimes do more harm than good. That's why we use high-resolution drone surveys. It allows us to get a bird's-eye view of every nook and cranny without even putting a ladder against your delicate stonework. It's faster, safer, and gives you a clear picture of exactly what's going on up there without any risk to the structure. Once we've identified the issue, we provide a clear, honest quote with no hidden extras. We're fully insured and all our heritage work is insurance-backed and guaranteed, giving you total peace of mind that your piece of Cricklade history is in safe hands. Ready to chat about your roof? Give our friendly team a call on 0117 428 9043 for a free, no-obligation consultation and site survey. We're here to help you protect your home for the next generation.