Whether crafted from rich red clays, glistening slate or woven thatch, the roof is the unsung hero of our home. Not only does it play a vital role in defining the aesthetics of a property but it also ensures invaluable protection against the elements. However, a roof is not infallible. ‘Slipped slates or tiles, failing leadwork and roof valleys blocked by debris will all wreak havoc if neglected. When roof timbers become damp, rot, beetle infestation and ultimately structural problems result, and plasterwork to ceilings and walls may also fail or become stained,’ explains Douglas Kent, technical and research director at the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB).
Summer is an ideal time of year to investigate your roofing as the weather will be more favourable for
