Roof leadwork contractors in Edinburgh

Correctly detailed leadwork at vulnerable roof junctions

Lead protects valleys, gutters, chimneys and abutments where roof geometry concentrates water. Splits, inadequate falls, poorly formed junctions and restricted thermal movement can produce recurring leaks that are difficult to trace from inside a building. Inspection must include the lead and the construction supporting it.

Restorex assesses whether local repair is proportionate or whether complete renewal is required. New leadwork is formed with appropriate bay sizes, laps, fixings, joints and allowance for movement, following the project specification. Slate, masonry and timber repairs are coordinated so the finished junction works as a complete system.

Leadwork can be delivered as a standalone planned repair or as part of a wider roof or building-restoration programme. Combining the trades is especially valuable at chimneys, skews, parapets and concealed gutters where responsibility can otherwise fall between separate contractors.