Roofing and leak repair in Wollaton

A thin layer is mostly a cosmetic matter. A thick, wet mat can hold moisture against tiles and block drainage channels, so it is worth dealing with. Gentle removal and, where possible, more light are the usual answers. We look at the tile condition to decide whether cleaning is enough. Check the gutters at the same time, since moss often goes with blocked outlets.

We advise caution. A strong jet can strip the surface, blow water under the tiles and loosen mortar. If a roof needs cleaning, a gentler method and an appropriate treatment are safer. Climbing onto a roof is risky too, so it is wise to ask a roofer rather than doing it yourself. A local tree surgeon can trim the branches that keep tiles in the shade.

At least once after the autumn leaf fall, and sometimes again in spring. If your gutters overflow in a heavy shower, that is a sign they are blocked or sagging. Regular clearing is cheaper than repairing rotted fascias. A roof inspection can show whether gutters are the cause of any damp. Keep an eye out for plants growing in gutters, as a sign that debris is building up.

Yes. Branches can scrape tiles in wind, and falling limbs can crack them. Leaves and seeds block valleys as well. Trimming back branches, with consent where needed, reduces the risk. After a storm, check for fallen debris, and take photos if you may need to make a claim. A professional tree surgeon should handle any limb that needs to come down.

It shows whether they are blocked, leaking at joints, sagging or detached from the fascia. We also look at the board behind for rot. The report notes what we found and what we suggest, and it is a visual survey, not a structural one. It also notes whether the soffits and fascias have taken on water.