Slates sliding down the roof
When the nails corrode the slate drops. One or two is routine; many across a slope means the fixings are failing.
Roofers Urmston · Slate Roofing
Local Slate Roofing in Urmston
Slates slipping out of line, lying broken on the path or failing all over the roof? Our Urmston roofers replace slates like for like and re-slate whole roofs, in natural and man-made slate.
- Fully insured
- Work guaranteed
- Free written quotes
Free
Roof inspections and quotes
Fixed
Written prices before we start
Insured
Fully insured roofers
M41
Based in Urmston
Do you need it?
Signs your slate roof needs repair or replacement
Seen any of these? Have it looked at while it is still a small job. Inspections and written quotes are free.
Cracked or missing slates
Each gap lets rain through the overlap to the felt and timber beneath.
Slates that flake at the edges
Slate that is splitting into layers is wearing out and will need replacing.
M41
based in
Urmston
Urmston
What's included
Slate Roofing by Urmston roofers
We are a roofing team based on Station Road. You get photos of the problem, a fixed written price and the job done properly.
- Like-for-like slates — matched for size, thickness and colour, with reclaimed slate for older roofs.
- Proper re-fixing — each replacement held with a hook or a lead or copper strap.
- Felt and battens checked — and renewed where they have failed.
- Full re-slating — roof stripped, new felt and battens fitted and re-slated, reusing sound slates where we can. See pitched roofing.
- Guaranteed — our work is covered by a workmanship guarantee.
How it works
How our Urmston roofers work: 4 simple steps
Get in touch
Call, email or fill in the form above.
Free roof inspection
We look at the roof and explain your options.
Fixed written quote
A clear price with no hidden extras.
Work completed
Tidy, guaranteed work on the agreed day.
Areas we cover
Slate Roofing across Urmston and nearby
Urmston grew from a village into a commuter town once the railway opened in 1873, and the red-brick Victorian and Edwardian terraces, semis and villas put up in the decades that followed still stand in many parts of the town. Most were roofed in blue slate, with brick chimney stacks and lead flashing that have now seen well over a century of weather.
We are based at 9a Station Road in Urmston, so Flixton, Davyhulme, Stretford and Sale are all a short drive.
Areas and postcodes
- Urmston and Flixton M41
- Davyhulme and Dumplington M41
- Stretford M32
- Sale and Ashton upon Mersey M33
- Carrington and Partington M31
- Eccles M30
- Irlam and Cadishead M44
- Trafford Park M17
Not listed? Call us with your postcode and we will confirm.
Before & after
Before
After
Slate Roofing: before & after
A typical job, before and after.
Before
After
Slate Roof
Slipped and missing slates replaced to match
Need slate roofing in Urmston?
Send us a photo of the problem and we will give you a free, fixed quote.
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Roofing advice from our Urmston roofers
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Other roofing services in Urmston
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Roof Repairs
Leaks traced back to where the water gets in, then repaired properly so the roof stays dry.
Tile Roofing
Tiled roof repairs and replacement: missing tiles replaced to match, or the whole roof stripped and re-tiled.
Pitched Roofing
Tile and slate pitched roofs repaired, re-roofed and replaced.
Flat Roofing
Felt, rubber and fibreglass flat roofs on extensions, garages and dormers repaired or fully replaced.
Chimney Repairs & Rebuilds
Stacks repointed and repaired, or taken down and rebuilt, with new pots, cowls and leadwork.
Lead Flashing
Lifted lead re-fixed and split or missing lead replaced around chimneys, walls, valleys and bays.
Guttering
Leaking joints, sagging runs and blocked downpipes repaired, and worn-out guttering replaced.
Gutter Cleaning
Gutters and downpipes cleared of leaves, moss and silt by hand, and the debris taken away.
Fascias & Soffits
Rotten roofline boards repaired or replaced in uPVC or timber, with gutters re-hung.
Ridge Tiles
Loose ridge and hip tiles re-bedded and repointed, broken ones replaced, or a dry ridge system fitted.
Dry Verge
Cracked verge mortar replaced with dry verge caps, and damaged dry verge units renewed.
Bay Window Roofs
Leaking bay roofs repaired or fully replaced, with new lead flashing against the wall.
Commercial Roofing
Flat and pitched roofs on shops, offices and units repaired, replaced and maintained.
Roof Maintenance
Roof inspections, gutter clearing and minor repairs that stop small faults becoming leaks.
Roof Cleaning
Moss removed by hand and the roof treated, without damaging pressure washing.
Garage Roof Replacement
Leaking garage roofs repaired, or stripped and replaced in felt, rubber, fibreglass or sheet.
Conservatory Roofs
Old polycarbonate and glass conservatory roofs replaced with insulated, tiled roofs.
Velux Windows
Roof windows fitted, replaced and resealed, with the flashing around them made watertight.
Solar Roofing
Full solar installation, plus new roofs and re-roofs for roofs with solar panels.
Warm Roofs
Insulated flat roofs built with the insulation above the deck, to keep rooms warmer and stop condensation.
Felt Roofing
Torch-on felt roofs repaired or replaced on extensions, garages, dormers and bays.
GRP Roofing
Worn-out flat roofs replaced with seamless fibreglass, and cracked GRP repaired.
Rubber Roofing
Worn-out flat roofs replaced with EPDM rubber in a single sheet, and existing rubber roofs repaired.
Emergency Roofers
Storm damage or water coming in? We make the roof watertight first, then quote for the full repair.
Need slate roofing in Urmston?
Call or email us now for a free, no-obligation quote.
FAQ
Slate Roofing: common questions
Does a slipped slate mean I need a new roof?
Rarely. A few slipped slates can be re-fixed. Re-roofing is only worth considering when slates are slipping all over a slope.
Can the old slates be reused?
Often, yes. Sound slates can be lifted and re-laid on new battens and fixings, which keeps the cost down.
How much will it cost?
It depends on the roof, the access and what we find. We inspect for free and give you a fixed written price before any work starts.
Do you charge for the quote?
No. Inspections and written quotes are free, with no obligation.