Repairs and re-slating for Bury's mill-era terraces
Slate Roofs in Bury
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Slate roof repairs and re-slating in Bury
Walk down almost any older terraced street in Bury and you'll see slate roofs dotted with metal clips, the tell-tale sign of slates that have slipped and been pinned back. As a slate roofer in Bury, that's one of the most common things we're asked about: is it worth another repair, or is it time to re-slate?
We handle both. Small repairs are done with matching slate. Where nails are failing across a slope, we strip, fit new membrane and battens, and relay the slate, reusing good slate from your own roof and topping up with reclaimed or new Welsh slate.
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Slate roofing services in Bury
Slipped slate repairs
Slates refixed and broken ones replaced with matching slate.
Re-slating
Full or partial re-slate with new membrane, battens and fixings.
Reclaimed and Welsh slate
Slate sourced to match the size and colour of your existing roof.
Lead valleys and flashings
Worn or split lead renewed around chimneys, valleys and walls.
Slate on Bury's terraces
Bury's mill-era terraces were commonly roofed in slate, and many of those roofs are well over a century old. The slate often remains sound, but the nails have corroded and the underlay, if there is any, has long since failed. Lead flashings around the shared chimneys and back extensions also wear out. Keeping these roofs in slate maintains the look of the street and makes good use of material that still has life in it.
We work on slate roofs across BL8 and BL9, including Tottington, Walmersley, Elton, Unsworth, Radcliffe and Ramsbottom. Being about 8 miles from our Manchester office means Bury gets the same quick service as the city centre.
Is it time to re-slate?
If you see several clips on a slope, slates slipping regularly, daylight through the roof from the loft, or sagging lines, the roof is probably due for a re-slate. A handful of slipped slates on an otherwise sound roof can usually be repaired.
We'll survey your roof and explain which applies, with a written quote. Call 0800 046 1159 to book.
Slate roof questions from Bury
How many clips is too many on a slate roof?
There's no exact number, but if clips are scattered across a whole slope and slates keep slipping, the nails are probably failing throughout. At that point, re-slating the slope is often better value than ongoing repairs.
Can you re-slate one side of the roof only?
Yes. Often the more exposed slope fails first. We can re-slate that side and leave the other if it's still sound. We'll match the slate so both sides look consistent.
Is reclaimed slate as good as new?
Good reclaimed slate can have plenty of life left and often matches an older roof better than new slate. We check reclaimed slate for quality before using it.
Can I see daylight through my loft? Is that a problem?
On older slate roofs without underlay, you may see chinks of light between slates. That alone isn't always a leak, but it means the roof has no secondary protection. Re-slating with modern membrane adds that layer.
Do you renew lead on slate terraces?
Yes. Lead flashings around chimneys and back extensions, and valleys where roofs meet, are renewed as part of repairs or re-slating. Worn lead is a common cause of leaks.
Can slate be put back on a roof that's had concrete tiles?
It's possible if the roof pitch and structure suit slate. Some owners do this to restore the original look of a terrace. We'll check the roof and advise.
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Slate roof problems in Bury?
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