Expert Heritage Roofing in Sherford, Devon

Have you ever noticed a repair on an old building that just looks 'wrong'? It’s usually because someone tried to use modern, rigid materials on a structure that was built to move and breathe. When we talk about heritage roofing in Devon, we’re looking at more than just stopping a leak. We’re dealing with lime pointing that needs to flex and slates that might have been there for over a century. We understand the strict rules of conservation areas and listed building consents, so you won’t find us cutting corners or using materials that don't belong. We'll even help you navigate the planning liaison process to keep things stress-free.

There’s nothing quite like the look of Delabole slate or a traditional scantle roof. In this corner of the country, these methods were designed to survive Atlantic gales, but they require a real artisan's touch to get right. We specialise in 'wet laying' and using random-sized slates to maintain that authentic, undulating look that defines our local landscape. It’s about more than just aesthetics; it’s about structural integrity. If you've noticed slates delaminating or slipping, it’s best to have us take a look before the South Hams damp sets in for the winter.

When was the last time you had a close look at your chimney stacks or valleys? Leadwork is an art form in itself—bossing and welding lead sheets so they hug the unique contours of an old building is something our team takes massive pride in. We also steer well clear of modern cement where it doesn't belong. Using traditional lime mortar pointing allows your masonry to breathe, which is often the secret to stopping that persistent internal damp so many Devon homeowners struggle with. It’s these small, sympathetic details that make the difference between a quick fix and a restoration that lasts another fifty years.

We know the dread of seeing a massive scaffolding bill before a roofer has even touched a tile. It's frustrating, right? That's why we offer drone roof surveys as a modern solution for these fragile, high-level structures. It’s a non-invasive way for us to see exactly what’s happening on a chimney stack or a steep gable without the risk of breaking historic tiles by climbing all over them. You'll get high-resolution images of your roof's condition, making it much easier for us to plan out any necessary historic restoration work with total accuracy and no guesswork.