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Roof Repairs in Grantham — C R Smith & Son roofers

Grantham · Lincolnshire · NG31

Roof Repairs in Grantham

Not every roof needs replacing. We track down leaks and put right slipped or broken tiles, worn flashings and cracked pointing before a small problem turns into a big one.

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  • Over 20 years experience
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Roof Repairs

Expert Roof Repairs in Grantham

Not every roof in Grantham needs replacing. Whether it's a slipped tile in the town centre or a felt repair on a newer estate, C R Smith & Son tracks down the actual cause of the problem and puts it right, rather than patching the nearest visible spot. Every repair starts with a free, no-obligation written quote.

C R Smith & Son covers Grantham (NG31) and the surrounding villages, including Barrowby, Harlaxton, Great Gonerby, Manthorpe and Belton.

Roof Repairs in Grantham — C R Smith & Son

Cost

How Much Is Roof Repairs in Grantham?

There's no single price for a roof repair in Grantham, since every job is different. What we can promise is a free, no-obligation written quote with a full breakdown before any work starts. The main things that affect cost are:

  • 1The extent of the damage and how much of the roof is affected
  • 2Access on some of Grantham's older town-centre streets can affect the price
  • 3Whether we need to match existing tiles, slate or felt to the rest of the roof
  • 4The height and pitch of the roof
  • 5Whether scaffolding or a tower is needed to reach the affected area safely

What's included

What Our Roof Repairs in Grantham Includes

Replacing slipped, cracked or missing tiles and slates
Tracing and fixing leaks
Renewing lead flashings and soakers
Re-bedding and re-pointing ridge and hip tiles

Systems we fit

Roof Repair Services in Grantham

A closer look at how we put each of these problems right in Grantham:

Tile and Slate Repairs

Grantham has everything from Welsh slate on Victorian terraces to concrete interlocking tiles on its post-war estates. We replace cracked and slipped ones with the closest match available, so the repair sits in with the rest of the roof.

Leak Tracing and Repair

Water can run a long way along felt or battens before it marks a ceiling, so a damp patch in a Grantham bedroom isn't always below the fault. We follow it back to where it gets in and fix that.

Flashing Repairs

Chimney stacks and the walls where extensions meet the house are where we find most failed flashings in Grantham. We renew the lead and the mortar joint so rain is shed off the abutment instead of into it.

Ridge and Hip Re-pointing

Ridge tiles on Grantham's higher ground take the brunt of the wind, and old mortar beds crack and let them rock. We lift, re-bed and point them so the top of the roof is sealed again.

Moss and Debris Removal

Roofs near mature gardens and parkland around Grantham gather moss and leaf litter that holds damp against the tiles. We clear it during the repair, along with the valleys and gutters it chokes.

A C R Smith & Son roofer at work near Grantham

Why choose us

Why Choose C R Smith & Son for Roof Repairs in Grantham

  • Local Grantham roofers who repair slate, clay and concrete roofs on every kind of home in the town
  • Over 20 years putting right leaks, slipped tiles and tired flashings across Lincolnshire
  • Free, no-obligation written quotes that name the fault and the fix before any work is booked
  • A family business, open 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm for Grantham repair bookings
  • Matching materials sourced for Grantham's period roofs, so a repair doesn't show from the street
  • Ring a local Grantham number and you'll speak to a roofer, not a switchboard

Reviews

What Grantham Customers Say About Us

4.7 out of 5from 58 reviews on Local Quotes
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“Very efficient, on time both days.”
Jean J · PE21November 2023
“Very nice young man, he went through in detail how to fix the problem and the quote was written for us to peruse. Very good service.”
Ann S · LE15September 2023
“He gave a clear quote and breakdown. Was able to do the work very soon which was needed due to the impending rain. He kept me up to date and respected the property when working on it.”
Kat GJuly 2023

How it works

How Our Roof Repairs in Grantham Works

A damp patch in Grantham rarely sits right under the fault, so here's how we go about a repair:

  1. 1

    Inspect

    We look at the roof itself and the loft if we can, checking the tiles, flashings and ridge around the problem to find the real entry point.

  2. 2

    Quote

    We explain what we found, show you photos where it helps, and give you a written price with no obligation to go ahead.

  3. 3

    Repair

    The work is done with matching tiles or slates and fresh lead or mortar where needed, so it lasts rather than papering over the problem.

  4. 4

    Check

    Once the repair is finished we check it's sound, clear out the gutters below and take away anything we've removed.

Our work

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FAQs about Roof Repairs in Grantham

Is it worth repairing, or should I replace my Grantham roof?

If the covering is generally sound and the problem is local, a repair is the sensible option. We'll tell you honestly if a Grantham roof is near the end of its life and a repair would only be delaying the inevitable.

Why does my Grantham roof only leak in wind-driven rain?

That usually points to a weak spot that only lets water past when rain is blown against it, such as a failed verge, a gap at a flashing or a tile that's lifted slightly. We check the slopes that face the prevailing weather first, because that's where these leaks tend to start.

Can you repair my terrace roof without scaffolding the whole front?

Often, yes. Small repairs on a Grantham terrace can usually be reached with a tower, roof ladders or a short run of scaffold, depending on the height and the street. We'll work out the safest, most sensible access at the inspection and include it in the quote.

Do you offer a guarantee on repairs?

We stand behind our work. Talk to us about the specific job in Grantham and we'll explain what's covered before we start.

How soon can you look at my roof?

For general repairs we'll book you in as soon as we reasonably can. If water is actively getting into the property, tell us when you call and we'll prioritise it.

Is the quote free?

Yes. We'll find the cause, explain it clearly, and give you a free written quote for the repair before any work starts.

Serving Grantham and the Surrounding Area

C R Smith & Son covers Grantham (NG31) and the surrounding villages, including Barrowby, Harlaxton, Great Gonerby, Manthorpe and Belton. If you're just outside Grantham, we're also on hand for roof repairs in Sleaford, Stamford and Bourne.

Looking for a service other than Roof Repairs in Grantham NG31?

We also offer a number of other services around the Grantham area:

Not in Grantham, but still need Roof Repairs?

We have years of experience providing our Grantham clients with Roof Repairs, however, we also cover:

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