Do you have a lead roof? Whether you need expert roof repairs or roofing upgrades, you may need professional leadwork. This specialist roofing service is often required as a remedial solution to help improve weatherproofing. However, many property owners aren’t familiar with lead roofing materials and how they’re used in the industry.
Want to know more about lead roofing? Here’s your easy guide to what it’s all about.
How is leadwork used in roofing?
Leadwork has been used in construction for hundreds of years, offering an array of beneficial properties. For example, lead can be moulded into any shape, which makes it great for applications like flashings.
Roof leaks are one of the greatest headaches for any property owner. They’re usually caused by weathered materials or storm damage, giving water access to your interiors. To decrease the risks of water ingress, lead flashings are often used for UK roofs.
Lead sheets are attached at various points across the structure to lower the chances of moisture penetrating joints while directing rain away from the building. You’ll often find leadwork around vent pipes, chimney stacks, skylights, valleys, window openings and where upper walls meet the roof to create a waterproof barrier.
What are the problems with lead roofing?
We know there are lots of things that can go wrong with new roofs. While leadwork is used to add more waterproofing, it’s not devoid of issues. It’s generally considered a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material, but it will still be exposed to severe weather conditions which may affect the overall condition of your roofing.
If your roof’s lead flashing gets damaged or deteriorates over the years, it will be less effective. You can avoid this problem through professional roofing inspections, where an expert will check your flashing and let you know if there’s a concern.
Overall, lead is used by roofing contractors to strengthen and secure properties from the elements. It can also enhance the kerb appeal of your home, producing an attractive finish to frame particular structures like dormer windows and roof lights.
How do you take care of lead roofs?
If you want to look after your lead roofing, hire a roofer with expertise in this area. Do they mention leadwork on their website? Can they give examples of the type of work they’ve done with lead roofing? They should be able to offer assistance with things like lead flashing repairs or installations.
Lead can be present on pitched and flat roofs because water ingress can happen to both structures. If you think your roofing has an issue, don’t hesitate to request an in-depth inspection to find out where the problem lies.
Need help with your lead roof flashings? Contact us
As an experienced team, Radlett Roofing can assist with all types of leadwork. We serve Hertfordshire, including London Colney and Sawbridgeworth.
For a no-obligation chat and free quote, call 01923 961055 or message info@radlett-roofing.co.uk.
