Lead Flashing Repair Weston-super-Mare
Expert Leadwork Specialists Protecting Your Home
Lead flashing is a critical part of any roofing system, designed to prevent water from entering vulnerable junctions and structural transitions. When flashing begins to deteriorate, even small defects can quickly develop into significant leaks and internal damage. At Fortress Roofing, we provide professional lead flashing repair in Weston-super-Mare, delivering durable, high-quality solutions tailored to protect your home or business from long-term water ingress.
Why Lead Flashing Matters
Lead flashing acts as a waterproof barrier at the points where roof sections meet walls, chimneys, dormers, skylights and valleys. These areas are naturally more susceptible to leaks because water can easily find pathways through gaps or weaknesses.
Lead is widely used because it offers strength, flexibility and longevity. It can endure decades of exposure to the weather, adapting to natural roof movement without cracking under normal conditions. However, like all roofing materials, flashing can degrade over time. When problems occur, early intervention is essential to prevent escalating damage.
Properly installed and maintained lead flashing is one of the most effective ways to keep your property watertight.
Signs Your Lead Flashing Needs Repair
Whether you own a modern property or a traditional building, the flashing should be inspected periodically. Some clear indicators that repairs may be required include:
- Internal damp patches or staining near chimney breasts or walls
- Drips during periods of heavy rain
- Cracking, tearing or splitting visible on the lead
- Flashing that has pulled away or lifted from its original position
- Missing or loose mortar around chimney step flashing
- Warped or corroded lead sections
- Persistent roof leaks that cannot be traced to tiles or slates
Any of these signs should be investigated promptly to prevent further damage to roof timbers, plasterwork, insulation and ceilings.
Our Lead Flashing Repair Services in Weston-super-Mare
At Fortress Roofing, we offer a full range of flashing repair and replacement services. Every job we undertake begins with a detailed inspection, ensuring we deliver the most effective long-term solution.
Comprehensive Roof Inspection
We start by carefully assessing the condition of the flashing and surrounding roofing elements. This allows us to identify the precise cause of the problem, whether it is weathering, storm damage, mortar failure or poor workmanship from a previous installation. By pinpointing the root issue, we avoid temporary fixes and instead provide durable, reliable repairs.
Lead Flashing Repairs
If the flashing is salvageable, we carry out targeted repairs to restore its performance. This may involve resecuring loose sections, reshaping lead that has warped, resealing joints or addressing cracks with specialist techniques. Our goal is always to maintain as much of the existing flashing as possible while ensuring complete watertight protection.
Full Lead Flashing Replacement
Where flashing is beyond repair, damaged extensively or fitted incorrectly, we offer professional replacement using high-grade lead. Correctly installed flashing is essential for roof longevity, which is why we follow precise industry standards including:
- Proper chase cutting
- Secure mechanical fixing
- Correct expansion joint positioning
- Accurate step-flashing formation
- High-quality sealing and finishing
A full replacement ensures long-term weather resistance and significantly reduces the risk of future leaks.
Chimney Flashing Repairs
Chimneys are one of the most common sources of roofing leaks due to their exposed position and the number of junctions involved. We provide complete chimney flashing repair services, including:
- Step flashing
- Soakers
- Apron flashing
- Back gutters
- Mortar repointing
With correct installation, these elements work together to provide robust protection around the chimney stack.
Mortar Repointing
If mortar failure is contributing to the problem, we repoint affected areas with reliable, weather-resistant mortar. This helps secure the flashing properly and prevents water ingress behind the lead.
Emergency Lead Flashing Repairs
In cases where water is actively entering the property or causing visible damage, we provide emergency callouts for urgent flashing repairs. Our priority is to stop the leak quickly while ensuring the repair remains durable and professionally completed.
What Causes Lead Flashing Problems?
Understanding how flashing becomes damaged can help you maintain it more effectively in the future. Common causes include:
- Age and Weathering: Over time, exposure to UV, rain and wind can eventually weaken the lead.
- Poor Installation: Incorrectly fitted flashing often fails prematurely, leading to persistent leaks.
- Building Movement: Seasonal expansion or structural settling can cause the lead to split or pull away.
- Storm Damage: Strong winds can lift tiles or strain flashing at exposed points.
- Mortar Breakdown: Cracking or crumbling mortar reduces the stability of the flashing.
Fortress Roofing addresses both the immediate issue and any underlying factors to ensure long-lasting results.
Why Choose Fortress Roofing?
Homeowners in Weston-super-Mare rely on us for lead flashing repairs because we provide:
- Extensive experience in all aspects of lead roofing and flashing
- Careful inspections and accurate diagnosis
- High-quality materials chosen for durability
- Skilled craftsmanship with attention to detail
- Clear communication and transparent pricing
- Reliable solutions designed to prevent future leaks
We understand how disruptive roof leaks can be, and our focus is always on delivering effective repairs that protect your property long term.
Areas We Cover
Our services are available throughout Weston-super-Mare and all of the surrounding areas. These include, but are not limited to:
- Bath
- Bristol
- Clevedon
- Keynsham
- Nailsea
- Portishead
- Saltford
- Thornbury
- Weston-Super-Mare
- Yate
Protect Your Home with Professional Flashing Repair
Even a small flashing defect can allow water to cause significant internal damage if left untreated. Whether you have noticed signs of damp, experienced a recent leak or simply want reassurance that your roof is secure, Fortress Roofing is ready to help.
We provide dependable lead flashing repair in Weston-super-Mare, combining expert workmanship, strong materials and a commitment to customer satisfaction. If your flashing is worn, damaged or causing leaks, we can restore the protective barrier your roof needs.
Contact us today to arrange a free quotation or book an inspection.
To contact the team, please either call us on 07988 084870, email info@fortressroofing.co.uk, or fill out our contact form. To see our latest work, follow us on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
