Leadwork in Faringdon, Oxfordshire

Imagine you've just finished redecorating the master bedroom, only to spot a damp patch creeping across the ceiling near the chimney breast. It's a common headache for many homeowners we speak to in the Faringdon area. Often, the culprit isn't the roof tiles themselves, but the lead 'flashing' that joins the chimney to the roof. If this lead has split or pulled away, water finds its way in fast. We specialise in replacing old, tired flashings with high-quality new lead, using traditional 'bossing' techniques to shape the metal perfectly around every nook and cranny. We even apply patination oil to ensure it doesn't leave those unsightly white streaks on your bricks, keeping everything looking smart and professional.

Why choose lead when there are cheaper plastic or felt alternatives? Well, the simple answer is that lead is a 'once in a lifetime' fix. While modern membranes might last twenty years if you're lucky, properly installed leadwork can easily last over a hundred. It's incredibly malleable, meaning we can fit it into tight corners or complex valleys where other materials would fail. Plus, it's one of the most recycled materials in the building industry. When you ask us to install a new lead valley or a flat lead roof, you're not just fixing a leak; you're adding genuine value and a permanent layer of protection to your property. It’s the gold standard for a reason.

Working on listed buildings or homes in Faringdon's conservation areas requires a delicate touch and a lot of respect for history. You can't just use modern shortcuts on a heritage roof. Our team understands the specific requirements of older buildings, from using the correct 'code' of lead weight to ensuring the aesthetic matches the surrounding architecture. We've worked on everything from Victorian terraces to rural farm buildings across the Vale of White Horse. We're fully insured and follow strict Lead Sheet Training Academy guidelines, so you can rest easy knowing your home's character is in safe, experienced hands.

Our skills cover far more than just small repairs. We handle everything from complex lead burning (that's the technical term for lead welding) on large commercial projects to installing discreet 'soakers' under your roof slates. Are your valley gutters looking a bit worse for wear? Or perhaps you have a dormer window that needs a durable new covering? We've got the tools and the experience to handle it all. No job is too fiddly for us. We'll even use our drone surveys for those hard-to-reach spots, so we can show you exactly what's going on up there without you ever having to climb a ladder.