Roof Maintenance & Annual Checks

Roofs do not need much, but they need something. An annual visit to clear gutters, remove moss, re-fix the odd tile and check the lead and ridges keeps a roof going for decades and keeps a small fault from becoming a leak. It is the cheapest roofing service there is and the one that saves the most money.

We offer one-off maintenance visits and an annual programme for homeowners, landlords and managing agents, with a short photographic report after each visit.

Photograph: Roof Maintenance job in progress or completed
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Warning signs

Moss build-upLifts tiles, holds water and blocks gutters when it slides.

Gutters not cleared in a yearOverflow is damaging the wall below.

A few slipped tilesCheap to fix now; expensive after a winter.

Cracked mortar on ridges and vergesCatch it before a storm does.

Older roof you want to keep goingRegular attention adds years.

Rental propertyA record of condition and maintenance for the file.

What we do

Moss removal by hand and soft-wash (no pressure washing)
Gutter and downpipe clearing with photographs
Re-fixing slipped tiles and slates
Minor re-pointing of ridges, verges and chimneys
Checking and re-dressing lead
Clearing valleys and outlets
Biocide treatment to slow moss regrowth
Annual photographic condition report

Materials and methods

Soft-wash biocide treatments that kill moss and lichen without stripping the tile surface. Matching tiles from stock for minor replacements. Lead sealant and clips for small lead repairs.

Why choose us for roof maintenance

Problems found while they are a few hundred pounds, not a few thousand
Gutters clear before winter
A photographic record of the roof's condition each year
Priority booking for maintenance customers if something does go wrong
Fixed annual price for landlords and agents

What to expect

A visit of two to four hours depending on the house, during which we clear, clean, fix what is minor, and photograph anything that needs a separate quote. The report follows by email.

Related projects

Completed project

Genuine roof maintenance projects appear here once photographed.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should a roof be checked?

Once a year, ideally in autumn after the leaves have fallen and before the winter storms.

Do you pressure-wash roofs?

No. Pressure washing strips the surface from concrete tiles and forces water under them. We remove moss by hand and treat with biocide.

Is maintenance worth it on a new roof?

Gutter clearing, yes. The rest can wait a few years on a new roof, though an annual look costs little.

Can you maintain a portfolio of properties?

Yes. We run annual programmes for landlords and agents with a report per property.