Slate And Tile Roofing in Ashton-In-Makerfield, Wigan

Deciding on the right material can feel a bit overwhelming, can't it? Most homeowners we speak to in Ashton want a balance of looks and durability. If you’re after that classic, timeless feel, natural Welsh or Spanish slate is hard to beat. It’s incredibly tough and, honestly, it just gets better with age. If you're on a tighter budget or have a more modern property, concrete or clay tiles offer a huge range of colours and styles. We’ll sit down with you to chat through the pros and cons of each, considering everything from the pitch of your roof to the weight your structure can handle. We don't do the hard sell; we just give you the facts so you can make the best choice for your home.

Have you noticed a slipped slate or perhaps a bit of crumbling mortar on the ridge? It’s tempting to leave it until 'next month,' but those tiny gaps are exactly where the damp gets in. We often see 'delaminated' slates in older Ashton properties—where they start to flake away like a deck of cards—or lead flashing that’s pulled away from the chimney. In our experience, catching these bits early with cost-effective repairs saves you a massive headache (and a much bigger bill) down the line. Whether it's a quick leak detection job or re-seating a few loose tiles after a storm, we’ll get it sorted properly so you can stop worrying every time the clouds turn grey.

There comes a time when patching things up just isn't enough anymore. If your roof has reached the end of its life, a full re-roof is a significant investment that adds real value to your property. We manage the whole process from start to finish. We don't just swap the old slates for new ones; we strip it back, check the timbers, and install a high-spec breathable membrane that allows moisture to escape while keeping the rain out. We’re also big advocates for dry ridge and dry verge systems. These are modern, mortar-free ways of securing your roof that won't crack or blow away in a gale, giving you that 'watertight peace of mind' everyone’s looking for.

A roof is only as good as its weakest point, which is usually where it meets a wall or a chimney stack. We’ve seen far too many 'bodge jobs' using messy sealant that fails within a year. Our team are experts in traditional leadwork, from fitting soakers and valleys to replacing lead step flashing. If your chimney is looking a bit weathered, we can handle the repointing or even a full rebuild to make sure it's structurally sound. It’s those small, technical details—the bits most people never see—that actually keep the water out of your loft. We take pride in that time-honoured craftsmanship because we know it's what makes a roof last.