Slate Roofing Services in Gloucester

Slate roofs are common on older and higher-end properties across Gloucestershire and the West Country, and they need a careful hand both to fit and to repair. TB Rooflines works with natural and fibre cement slate, from replacing a small number of slipped slates to laying a full new slate roof. Attention to detail around fixings, laps and flashings is what keeps a slate roof performing for the long term.

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What's Included

Supply and fit of natural or fibre cement slates
Replacement of slipped, cracked or missing slates
Slate ripping and re-hanging where slates are simply loose
Underlay and batten renewal beneath slate coverings
Lead flashing and valley work on slate roofs
Ridge repairs and re-pointing on slated roofs

The process

How It Works

1
Survey and Assessment
The slate roof is checked for slipped or damaged slates, nail fatigue and the condition of the underlay before advice is given.
2
Sourcing Slates
Matching slates are sourced, whether natural or fibre cement, to suit the existing roof or the new specification.
3
Removal and Preparation
Damaged or loose slates are removed along with any failed battens or underlay, and the roof timbers are checked.
4
Slating
Slates are fixed with the correct lap and gauge, with valleys, hips and flashings detailed to shed water properly.
5
Final Inspection
The roof is checked for secure fixings and weathertightness, and the site is left tidy.
6
Aftercare Advice
You're given practical advice on caring for the slate roof, including what's worth checking after a spell of heavy weather.

Why Choose TB Rooflines

Experience with both natural and fibre cement slate
Careful, methodical approach suited to older slate roofs
One point of contact throughout, from quote to finish
Covers Bristol and the surrounding area for slate work, as well as Gloucester and Gloucestershire

What Affects Price

Type of slate used, natural or fibre cement
Number of slates needing replacement or re-hanging
Roof pitch, height and scaffolding needs
Condition of the battens and underlay
Complexity of valleys, hips and flashing details

Areas Covered

Slate Roofing covers Gloucester and the wider area:

Gloucester
Bristol
Long Ashton
Pill
Bath
Thornbury
Yate
Stoke Gifford
Westbury-on-Trym
Portishead
Keynsham

Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call and we can advise you from there.

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FAQ

Common Questions

What's the difference between natural and fibre cement slate?

Natural slate is quarried stone and tends to be used on period or listed properties, often at a higher cost. Fibre cement slate is manufactured to look similar but is generally more affordable and consistent in size. Which one suits your roof depends on the property, any planning considerations, and budget.

Why has a single slate slipped when the rest of the roof looks fine?

Individual slates usually slip because the fixing nail has corroded or the slate has cracked, often after years of weathering. It doesn't always mean the whole roof needs attention, but a slipped slate should be sorted quickly as it leaves a gap for water to get in.

Do you work on listed buildings with slate roofs?

Slate repair and replacement work is carried out on a range of older properties. If a building is listed, any specific consent requirements would need to be checked with the relevant local authority, and TB Rooflines can carry out the physical work once that's confirmed.

Is slate roofing available outside Bristol?

Yes, slate roofing work covers Pill, Long Ashton, Bath, Thornbury, Yate, Stoke Gifford, Westbury-on-Trym, Portishead and Keynsham, as well as Gloucester and Gloucestershire.

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