Lead Flashing Replacement & Repair - Protecting South UK Homes for Decades

Signs of damaged lead flashing include visible cracks, splits, or tears in the lead, loose or slipped flashing, corrosion or pitting, moss growth, or water stains and leaks inside your property around chimney breasts, windows, or roof edges. If you notice any of these issues, it's important to get your lead flashing inspected by experienced professionals like Rightway Roofers to prevent further damage.

Often, lead flashing can be effectively repaired, especially if the damage is minor and caught early. Repairs can include welding cracks, patching small holes, or resealing joints. However, if the lead flashing is extensively damaged, corroded, thin due to age, or improperly installed initially, replacement may be the most cost-effective and long-term solution. Rightway Roofers will assess the condition of your lead flashing and recommend the most appropriate and durable solution.

Rightway Roofers are skilled in a comprehensive range of lead flashing repairs, including welding and patching of cracks and splits, replacing sections of damaged flashing, resealing and repointing leadwork, repairing chimney flashing (apron, step, and back gutter flashing), valley flashing repairs, dormer flashing repairs, and addressing issues with wall abutment flashing and lead soakers. We handle all types of lead flashing problems with expertise and precision.

Yes, absolutely. Rightway Roofers has extensive experience working on listed buildings, Victorian, Edwardian, and heritage properties. We understand the unique requirements of these buildings and are proficient in traditional leadworking techniques, including bossing and dressing lead to fit complex shapes, ensuring repairs are sympathetic to the building's character and comply with preservation standards.

Rightway Roofers uses only the highest quality rolled lead sheet, conforming to British Standard BS EN 12588. We typically use Code 4 lead for general flashing repairs and replacements as it offers an excellent balance of durability and workability. For soakers, we use Code 3 lead. For more exposed locations or heritage projects requiring thicker lead, we utilise Code 5 and higher lead codes to ensure maximum longevity and performance.

The lifespan of lead flashing repairs depends on the extent of the repair, the quality of materials used, and environmental factors.  Repairs carried out by Rightway Roofers using quality lead and traditional methods are designed to be long-lasting. We offer guarantees on our workmanship, and quality lead itself can last for many decades, often 50 years or more, when properly installed and maintained.

Rightway Roofers provides lead flashing repair and replacement services across the South UK, including Dorset, Hampshire, and Surrey. We have local offices in Salisbury, Bournemouth, Portsmouth, Christchurch, Southampton, and Winchester, enabling us to efficiently serve customers throughout the region. Please contact your nearest office to confirm coverage in your specific location.

We are confident in our ability to fix your lead flashing leaks. Our unique "no fix, no fee" guarantee means if we cannot successfully stop your leak, you will not be charged for our labour.  If we cannot rectify the leak within one year, we will provide a complete refund for both materials and labour. This guarantee demonstrates our commitment to resolving your roofing issues and ensuring your satisfaction.

Getting a free, no-obligation estimate from Rightway Roofers is easy. Simply contact us today! You can call your local office, use the contact form on our website, or email us directly. We will arrange a convenient time to assess your lead flashing needs, discuss the best solutions, and provide you with a detailed and transparent written quote. We also offer photo and video estimates for your convenience.