Lead Roofing & Lead Work Peterborough

Most roof leaks don’t start in the middle of the slope. They start where the roof meets something else, such as a chimney stack, a wall, a dormer or another roof. These junctions are where lead does its job, forming a flexible, waterproof seal that tiles and slates simply can’t provide on their own. Peterborough Roofing Company carries out lead roofing and leadwork across Peterborough, making sure these vulnerable areas stay watertight whatever the weather.

Lead has been used on British roofs for centuries, and for good reason. It’s naturally malleable, so it can be shaped by hand to follow complex angles and curves, and when correctly installed it can last for many decades. The key is in the fitting. Lead expands and contracts with temperature changes, so it needs to be cut to the right sizes, fixed correctly and given room to move, otherwise it can crack and split over time.

Our leadworkers follow recognised industry guidance on sizes, laps and fixings for every job. We choose the appropriate thickness, or code, of lead for each application, then carefully boss and dress it into position for a snug, neat fit. Once finished, we treat new lead with patination oil to prevent white staining and help it weather evenly alongside the rest of your roof.

We handle everything from small flashing repairs to complete lead roofs on bay windows, porches and flat areas. Whether your existing leadwork has cracked, been badly fitted in the past or gone missing altogether, we’ll replace it properly so the junctions on your roof are sealed for years to come.