Mon-Sat 8am-8pm · Emergencies 7 daysslwroofing8619@gmail.com07541 253055 HomeAboutServices Pitched RoofsSlate RoofsRe-RoofsRoof RepairsEmergency Roof RepairsChimneysMoss RemovalLeadworkGuttering (UPVC)Fascias & Soffits (UPVC) Areas BracknellWokinghamAscotSandhurstCrowthorneCamberleyReadingWindsorMaidenheadSloughStaines-upon-ThamesWokingGuildfordFarnham Our WorkReviewsContactFree Quote - Home - Roofing Services - LeadworkLeadwork · Bracknell # Roof Leadwork in Bracknell, Dressed to Stay Watertight Seal the joints where most roofs leak, flashings, valleys and soakers made in proper code lead and dressed neatly by hand. Get My Free Quote07541 253055 25 years' experience · 10-year guarantee · Free inspection 25 Years Roofing experience 10-Year Guarantee on all work Fixed Prices, agreed up front £1m Public liability · CSCS 7 Days Emergency cover The service ## Lead That Seals the Weak Points of Your Roof Lead is used wherever a roof meets something else: a wall, a chimney, a dormer, another slope or a window bay. These junctions carry the most water and move the most, which is why they leak first when the lead is poorly fitted or has failed. SLW Roofing carries out all types of roofing leadwork, from small flashing repairs to complete valley and chimney renewals. Lead is cut, shaped and dressed on site to suit your roof. Good leadwork lasts for decades. Bad leadwork, wrong thickness, oversized pieces, no fixings or sealant instead of proper chasing, fails quickly and causes leaks that are hard to trace. ### Who This Is For - Leaks around chimneys or where roofs meet walls - Split or lifted lead valleys - Missing or stolen lead - Bay windows and porch roofs with failed lead - Dormers with leaking cheeks or aprons What happens if you wait ## Failed Lead Is the Number One Cause of Hidden Leaks Leaks at junctions often run down inside walls or along rafters, appearing far from the source. The longer they run, the more damage they do. ### Damp walls Water entering at abutments soaks into walls, causing stains and plaster damage. ### Rotten timbers Valley leaks concentrate water onto rafters and battens, causing rot. ### Repeated patching Sealants and tapes fail within a season, so the leak returns. ### Common Mistakes Homeowners Make - Using silicone or bitumen tape over split lead - Fitting lead pieces too long, which cracks with expansion - Lead not chased into mortar joints - Using lead that's too thin for the job - Ignoring missing lead after theft - Assuming the leak is from a tile rather than the flashing How it works ## Our Leadwork Process 01 ### Free inspection All flashings, valleys and soakers checked, inside and out. 02 ### Diagnosis Failed lead identified and the correct solution explained. 03 ### Lead fitted Lead cut, shaped, dressed and fixed to suit your roof. 04 ### Water check Joints and laps checked for a fully watertight seal. 05 ### Guaranteed Neat finish and a 10-year guarantee. What you get ## Why Homeowners Choose SLW Roofing ### Lasting seal Proper lead outlasts sealants and tapes by decades. ### Neat finish Hand-dressed lead looks crisp and tidy against brick and tile. ### Hidden leaks solved Junction leaks traced and fixed at source. ### Right specification Correct thickness and piece lengths prevent cracking. ### Fixed price Agreed before work begins. ### 10-year guarantee All leadwork is covered for 10 years. In detail ## Types of Roofing Leadwork The main lead details found on homes across Berkshire and Surrey. ### Flashings Flashings seal the joint where a roof meets a vertical surface. Cover flashings and step flashings are chased into the mortar joints and dressed down over the roof covering, then pointed in. Apron flashings sit across the front of a chimney or dormer. ### Soakers Soakers are individual pieces of lead interleaved with each tile or slate along an abutment, under the step flashing. They're common on slate roofs and are often the hidden cause of abutment leaks. ### Lead valleys Lead valleys line the internal angle where two slopes meet. They must be laid in suitable lengths with laps so the lead can expand and contract without splitting. ### Chimney back gutters On the up-slope side of a chimney, a back gutter collects water and diverts it around the stack. It's a critical detail that is often poorly made. ### Bays, porches and dormers Small pitched roofs over bay windows, porches and dormers often have lead coverings or lead cheeks. They take a lot of weather and benefit from properly dressed lead. ### Signs your leadwork has failed Look for damp patches where a roof meets a wall or chimney, staining down internal walls, lead that has lifted away from the brickwork, missing mortar where the lead is chased in, visible splits in valleys and green or white streaks on the lead surface. In the loft, damp timbers alongside a chimney or along a valley line are strong indicators. Lead faults are often missed by non-specialists who focus on tiles. A proper inspection looks at every junction. ### Lead thickness and code Lead sheet is graded by code, which relates to its thickness. Thinner codes suit flashings and soakers; thicker codes are used for valleys, gutters and coverings that take more water and foot traffic. Using the correct code, and the right piece lengths, prevents splitting and gives decades of service. ### Lead and slate roofs Slate roofs rely heavily on lead soakers and flashings at abutments and chimneys, and on lead valleys. When re-slating or repairing slate around junctions, the lead is often renewed at the same time. Scott carries out both the slating and the leadwork himself, so the two are fitted to work together. ### Lead theft and alternatives Lead is occasionally stolen from roofs, particularly from bays, porches and lower valleys. If lead has gone missing, the roof should be made watertight quickly to prevent water damage. Replacement lead can be fitted and secured to the same standard as the original. Scott will discuss options with you and confirm everything in a fixed price before work begins. After any theft, photograph the area and report it to your insurer and the police. ### What a leadwork inspection covers During a free inspection, Scott checks every junction on the roof: chimney aprons, step flashings and back gutters, abutment flashings where the roof meets walls, soakers, valleys, and lead on bays, porches and dormers. He'll also look in the loft for damp around these areas. You'll be shown what's sound, what's failing and what it will cost to fix, at a fixed price, with no pressure. ### Choosing a Roofer for Leadwork in Bracknell Whoever you choose for leadwork, ask four questions before you agree to anything: who will actually do the work, is the price fixed or a day rate, what guarantee is offered, and is the roofer insured. The answers tell you more than any advert. With SLW Roofing, Scott Workman is on every job himself. He started roofing at 14 and has 25 years' experience on the roofs of Berkshire and Surrey. The person who inspects your roof is the person responsible for fixing it, so nothing is lost between a salesman's promise and the work on your roof. Every quote is free and every price is fixed. Once you've agreed it, it doesn't change because a job took longer than expected. If something unexpected is found, such as rotten timber hidden under tiles, you'll be shown it and asked before any extra work goes ahead. All work comes with a 10-year guarantee. SLW Roofing holds £1 million public liability insurance and Scott is CSCS registered, a recognised site safety credential. Emergency repairs are available 7 days a week, and standard hours run Monday to Saturday, 8am to 8pm. SLW Roofing is based in Bracknell and covers homes up to 30 miles away, including Wokingham, Ascot, Sandhurst, Crowthorne, Camberley, Reading, Windsor, Maidenhead, Slough, Staines-upon-Thames, Woking, Guildford and Farnham. Wherever you are in that area, you get the same owner-led service, the same fixed pricing and the same guarantee. Read more ### Related Services Slate Roofs Re-Roofs Roof Repairs Chimneys ### Leadwork Across Berkshire & Surrey BracknellWokinghamAscotSandhurstCrowthorneCamberleyReadingWindsorMaidenheadSloughStaines-upon-ThamesWokingGuildfordFarnham Back to the SLW Roofing homepage, see all roofing services or contact Scott. Questions ## Leadwork FAQs How much does leadwork cost?+It depends on the type and amount of lead and access. Inspections are free and the price is fixed before work starts. How do I know if my lead is failing?+Signs include damp near chimneys or walls, visible splits, lifted edges or missing pieces. A free inspection confirms it. Can split lead be repaired?+Small issues can sometimes be addressed, but split lead usually needs replacing to stay watertight. How long does lead last?+Correctly specified and fitted lead can last for many decades. Do you replace stolen lead?+Yes. Missing lead can be replaced to make the roof watertight again. Is leadwork guaranteed?+Yes. All work carries a 10-year guarantee. How long will the work take?+Most flashing jobs take a day; larger valley or chimney work may take longer. Do you do leadwork outside Bracknell?+Yes, up to 30 miles away, including Wokingham, Windsor, Guildford and Farnham. ## Seal the Leak at Its Source Book a free leadwork inspection. Scott will show you what's failing and give you a fixed price to fix it properly. 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