Westmorland green and Burlington blue-grey slate roofs are part of Cumbria’s character. Learn how traditional slate roofs are built, the problems they face and how to repair them sympathetically.
Water pouring over the edge of your gutters? We explain the most common causes of overflowing gutters, the damage they cause and the fixes that work in Cumbria’s heavy rain.
Damp chimney breast, loose pots or crumbling pointing? We explain the most common chimney problems in Cumbria and the repairs that solve them properly.
Damp insulation, mould on rafters or drips in the loft? Learn what causes loft condensation in Cumbria’s damp climate, how to tell it apart from a leak and how roof ventilation solves it.
Moss thrives on roofs in Cumbria’s damp climate. Learn when moss becomes a problem, how it damages tiles, slates and gutters, and the safe ways to remove it and keep it away.
Most roof repairs in Cumbria take between 1 hour and 2 days. Replacing a few slipped slates or tiles is usually
If your roof is approaching the end of its useful life, you may already be wondering how much a new roof
Roof repairs are one of those household jobs where the final cost can vary considerably. A small repair to a slipped
