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Clandon Roofing Company Ltd
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Weathered traditional roof tiles and a shaped ridge on a period property
Clandon Roofing Company Ltd

Period building roofing

Roofing for period and older homes, matching original materials and keeping the character of the roof.
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Period buildings are our specialism
Sound original tiles and slates reused
Replacements chosen to match the old roof

Older houses were built with materials and methods that do not always sit well with modern shortcuts. Period buildings are Walter's particular specialism, and the aim on every one is a roof that keeps out the weather without losing the look the house has had for generations.

The work usually means matching what is already there. Handmade clay tiles, natural slate and decorative ridge tiles weather in a way most new products do not, so sound original tiles are saved and reused where possible, and replacements are chosen to sit alongside them. Older roofs also tend to have uneven timbers, so the covering has to follow the shape of the roof rather than fight it. Ridges, hips and verges are bedded in a mortar suited to the building, and leadwork around chimneys and valleys is renewed where it has failed.

The photo on this page shows weathered traditional tiles and a shaped ridge on a period roof Walter has worked on.

Cost comes down to how much of the roof needs work, whether matching tiles or slates can be sourced, scaffolding access around chimneys and neighbouring buildings, and any conditions the council sets.

If the house is listed or in a conservation area, tell us at the start, along with any survey or listing description you have. Then send Walter the address, the age of the property if known, and photos of the roof and the areas that worry you.

Values

Period-building specialists

Sound original tiles and slates saved, and replacements matched to the old roof.

EPDM rubber roofing

Single-sheet flat roofs with a 25-year manufacturer-backed membrane guarantee.

24-hour emergency call-out

For leaks and storm damage across Guildford, Woking, Leatherhead and Dorking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you match my existing tiles?
Usually. Reclaimed or new handmade tiles can be found for most older roofs, and Walter will go through the options with you before work starts.
My house is listed. Can you still work on it?
Yes. Like-for-like repairs are often allowed, but some work needs listed building consent first. Check with your council's conservation officer, and Walter will work to any conditions they set.
Does an old roof have to be fully replaced?
Not always. Many period roofs can be repaired in sections, keeping as much of the original as possible. Walter will tell you which parts are worth saving.

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