Heritage roofing is the restoration, repair, or replacement of traditional roof systems on older homes and buildings.

It often includes:

• slate or clay tile roofing
• leadwork and traditional flashings
• roof junctions and complex detailing
• matching existing materials and profiles

The goal is to protect the building while maintaining its architectural character.

Both. The right approach depends on the condition of the roof.

A heritage roof may only need targeted repairs, such as:

• replacing damaged slates or tiles
• renewing flashings and valleys
• repairing ridge and hip detailing

If the roof cannot be fixed, you may need to replace it completely. This will help restore its strength and performance for the long term.

In many cases, yes. Matching depends on the original material and availability.

We consider:

• size and thickness
• colour and texture
• installation pattern
• fixing method and detailing

Where an exact match is not possible, we recommend the closest suitable alternative. For material guidance, refer to Products.

Leadwork refers to traditional sheet lead detailing used for waterproofing and finishing.

It is commonly used in:

• flashings at walls and chimneys
• valleys and junctions
• roof penetrations
• complex transitions and custom details

Lead is highly durable and well suited to long-life heritage roofing when installed correctly.

Heritage projects often require more care, documentation, and planning than standard work.

If your project has heritage requirements, we can:

• work to drawings and heritage detail expectations
• advise on appropriate materials and methods
• coordinate with builders and consultants

For examples of similar work, view Projects.

It should not. The goal is to preserve the building’s original appearance.

Where replacements are needed, the focus is on:

• maintaining the same roof lines and proportions
• matching materials as closely as possible
• keeping junctions clean and historically consistent

Any recommended changes are discussed upfront before work begins.

Slate roofs can often be repaired if the overall system is still sound.

Repairs are common where there is:

• localised damage
• slipped or broken slate
• aged flashings causing leaks
• isolated fixing failures

If widespread failure is present, a full replacement may be the more reliable solution. We assess this during inspection.

Heritage work usually takes longer than standard roofing because of the detailing required.

Timing depends on:

• roof access and complexity
• the type of materials being used
• the amount of custom detailing
• approval requirements where relevant

We provide a realistic timeline after reviewing your roof and scope.

Yes. Heritage roofs benefit from planned inspections and preventative care.

This often includes:

• clearing gutters and valleys
• checking flashings and junctions
• replacing minor failures early before they spread

For ongoing upkeep, see Maintenance.

The best first step is a site inspection.

To quote accurately, we typically need:

• your site address
• photos (if available)
• any plans or heritage notes
• material preference if known

You can enquire through Request a Quote, and we will guide the next steps.