Roof Replacement
A complete new roof covering when repairs are no longer enough
When the roof covering is failing across multiple areas rather than in one isolated spot — widespread cracked tiles, perished felt, battens that have lost their fixing strength — patch repairs stop being cost-effective and a full replacement becomes the sound long-term option.
A full roof replacement means stripping the existing covering back to the rafters, checking and where necessary replacing the batten and felt (or breathable membrane) layer underneath, and installing a new roof covering from scratch. It's a bigger job than a repair, but it resolves the underlying problem rather than treating one symptom at a time — if felt has perished across the whole roof, or if battens have lost their grip and tiles are slipping in multiple places, repeated patch repairs become a cycle of diminishing returns. Stripping the roof also gives a chance to check timbers that have been hidden for decades, address any rot or insect damage in the rafters before it's covered back up, and improve ventilation at eaves and ridge level, which affects how well the loft space performs afterwards. We work with all common covering types — concrete and clay tile, natural slate, and flat roof systems — matching the new covering to the property's style where that matters for kerb appeal, particularly in older streets where a mismatched roof stands out. Scaffolding, skip or waste removal, and full clean-up are part of the job, not an afterthought tacked on at the end.
When Roof Replacement Is the Right Choice
- Roof coverings failing in multiple areas rather than one isolated spot
- Felt or underlay that has visibly perished across large sections
- Recurring leaks that keep reappearing in different places after repairs
- A roof nearing the end of its working life where repair costs are stacking up
- Properties being fully renovated where the roof is being addressed as part of a wider project
What's Involved
Survey & Quote
We inspect the roof structure and covering and provide a detailed, written scope of work.
Strip & Inspect
The existing covering is stripped back to the rafters, which are then checked for rot or damage before re-covering.
Re-cover
New battens, underlay and roof covering are installed, with flashing, valleys and ridge detail finished to match the property.
Final Check & Clear-up
The finished roof is inspected with you and the site is cleared of all waste and materials.
Local to South Mimms, North London & Hertfordshire
Borehamwood, home to Elstree Studios in the Hertsmere borough, and Watford, on the River Colne just west of Bushey, cover two quite different building stocks — but in both, a roof that's had multiple repairs over the years eventually reaches the point where stripping back to the rafters and starting again is the more sensible route than another round of patching.
Roof Replacement — FAQ
Q.How do I know if I need a repair or a full replacement?
It comes down to how much of the roof covering, felt and battens are failing. If the problem is confined to one area, a repair usually makes sense; if it's appearing in multiple places, a replacement resolves the underlying cause rather than treating each symptom separately.
Q.Will the roof timbers be checked during a replacement?
Yes — stripping the covering exposes the rafters and battens, which we check for rot, insect damage or movement before anything new goes back on.
Q.Do you match the new roof to the style of the property?
Where it matters for the street scene, particularly on older or more visually consistent rows of houses, we match tile or slate profile and colour to what's already common in the area.
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