When your original flat/pitched roof has deteriorated beyond repair, then it may require total replacement by new materials, which will give your house a fresh look again.

Lead roofs tend to last indefinitely; however, they can sometimes suffer from damage caused by heavy rainfall, so that repairs may need to be carried out, or in some cases, complete re-roofs are required where the lead itself needs replacing entirely due to wear and tear.

These are the areas of the roof that sit around the perimeter where it meets your exterior walls. They often become dirty from dirt being blown up from ground level and general weathering, giving them a grimy look, which is why they need maintenance to extend their lifespan. There can be many tiny nooks and crannies on fascias, especially if you have loose brickwork or delicate stonework, which makes cleaning with a pressure washer difficult. Still, thankfully there are now specialist chemicals available for this job over traditional household bleach products used in the past.

Gutters are another essential aspect of your roof. They need to be installed correctly; otherwise, the water will not flow away from your property well-meaning you could get leakage into your home.

Over time, chimneys can become blocked, which reduces airflow through them, resulting in a higher risk of fire, so these must be checked regularly by either an installation contractor or sometimes even just regular maintenance checks carried out by owners themselves, especially if you have children around who might attempt lighting fires unsupervised.