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Bungalows, dormers and retail units

Roofing services in Blaby, Leicestershire

Re-roofing, repairs and commercial roof work in Blaby. Send photos with your request and we confirm availability and the next step.

  • Tile, slate and flat roof work
  • Written quotes before work starts
  • Homes and commercial buildings

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What do you need?

A large village with many bungalows

Blaby has grown from a village into a sizeable settlement south-west of Leicester, with a mix of older cottages and a large share of bungalows and modest family houses built from the middle of the last century. Many sit on tidy cul-de-sacs with similar rooflines, so one street can share the same age-related faults.

Bungalows and dormer bungalows bring their own roof questions. The roof is a large part of the visible house, so its condition shows quickly. Loft rooms in dormers mean small flat roofs and cheeks that need regular checks. Low eaves make fascias and soffits easy to reach but also easy to neglect, and rot at the edge often starts there.

Fosse Park, the M1 and the Soar valley

Blaby sits close to the M1 and the retail and business parks around Fosse Park, so commercial roofs are a regular part of the local picture alongside homes. Large units have flat or shallow-pitched roofs, with felt, single-ply membranes or profiled metal sheets that need drainage, sealing and safe access.

Homes in the village feel the open ground toward the Soar valley, with winds that can strip ridge mortar or lift loose tiles on exposed plots. Roads like the A426 bring traffic dirt to nearby houses, and moss grows on north-facing slopes under trees. We check each of these things when we look at a roof, whichever type of building it is.

Services available in Blaby

We cover home and business roofing in the village and the surrounding area.

Roof replacement suits bungalows and houses where the tiles, felt and battens are worn, and it often includes new fascias, soffits and guttering. Roof repair and leak detection handles slipped tiles, dormer cheeks, valleys and flashings.

Retail and business owners can ask about commercial roofing for flat and profiled roofs, including phased work. Strong winds are covered by storm damage repair, and roof inspection provides a photographed report for owners, landlords and buyers.

A bungalow has a lot of roof for its floor area, so material costs can surprise people. Long, uninterrupted slopes are fast to lay, while hips and valleys slow the work. Dormers add flashings and small flat roofs that must be detailed properly.

  • Covering. Concrete tiles are the common choice, while clay and slate cost more.
  • Edge details. Fascias, soffits and gutters are usually replaced in the same visit.
  • Insulation and ventilation. Building Regulations affect how the new roof is detailed.
  • Access. Low roofs need less scaffold, but still need safe edge protection.

Commercial roofs: asbestos, access and continuity

Business roofs raise different questions from houses. Older profiled sheets may be fibre cement containing asbestos, which should be surveyed before any work. Roof edges, rooflights and fragile surfaces create falls risks, so safe systems of work matter. Water ponding on a flat roof can add weight and shorten the life of the covering.

If the building is occupied, we plan around opening hours, deliveries and staff. Phased work can keep part of the building in use. Tell us about stock, equipment and any alarms before the programme is agreed. A clear written scope avoids confusion about what is included, especially for leaks that appear while work is in progress.

Requesting a Blaby roofing quote

Call 0116 496 0168 or send the short form. We serve Blaby from Leicester, so the request is where we confirm availability for your address.

  1. Say whether it is a bungalow, house, dormer or commercial unit.
  2. Describe the issue, such as leaks, sagging fascias or missing tiles.
  3. Add photographs of the roof, eaves and any damp ceilings.
  4. We visit, inspect and note the work required.
  5. You receive a written quote with the covering, edge details and extras listed.

Business owners can also request a survey of several roofs at once.

Roofing services in Blaby

Semi-detached house with half its roof stripped and new battens being fixed

Roof Replacement

Leaks, missing shingles, flashing and vent repairs.

 Gloved hands replacing a slipped tile next to a chimney with lead flashing

Roof Repair

Full tear-off and replacement with a written warranty.

 Terrace roof with displaced slates after a gale and a fallen branch

Storm and Hail Damage

Hail and wind inspections, tarping and claim support.

 Workers laying a flat roof membrane on an industrial unit

Commercial Roofing

Pre-sale and post-storm inspections with photos.

 Roofer on a ladder inspecting slates and gutter of a bay-fronted house

Roof Inspection

Gutter repair, replacement and guards.

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Questions about Blaby

Should I replace the fascias and gutters when I get a new roof?

Usually it makes sense. The scaffold is already up, the eaves are exposed and the new roof edge sits better on sound boards. Old fascias often have rot that is hidden behind gutters. Doing it all at once avoids paying for access twice. We list these items separately so you can choose.

What problems are typical with dormer bungalow roofs?

Small flat roofs on dormers, lead or felt cheeks and flashings where the dormer meets the main roof are common leak points. Windows in dormers need good seals as well. Because these details are small, they are easy to miss from the ground. A closer look from a ladder or in the loft is worthwhile.

How do I tell if my loft needs more ventilation?

Signs include damp smell, condensation on the underside of the felt, mould on timbers or water drips in cold weather. Blocked eaves vents often cause this, sometimes after insulation was pushed into the eaves. A roofer can check air paths and suggest vents or other fixes.

Can you repair a leaking flat roof on a retail unit without closing?

Often yes. Work is planned in sections, and noisy or fume-producing jobs can be scheduled for quiet periods. Tell us your trading hours, delivery times and any areas that must stay accessible. For larger recoverings, phased work is common. We agree the sequence in writing.

Do I need a survey before working on an old industrial roof?

If the roof has fibre cement sheets, yes. An asbestos survey by a competent specialist should come before any breaking, drilling or removal. Newer roofs made with other materials are usually fine to inspect directly. If you do not know the age or type of the roof, ask us and we will explain how to find out.

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