Tile Roofing Services in Putney & Wimbledon
Clay and concrete tiles cover most of the homes in South West London, from Victorian terraces and Edwardian semis to 1930s family houses. A well-laid tile roof is long-lasting and low-maintenance, but older roofs fail in predictable ways, and the right fix depends on knowing which way yours is failing.
Putney & Wimbledon Roofers repairs, restores and replaces tile roofs across Putney, Wimbledon and South West London, following BS 5534 where it applies and using dry-fix systems. Complete tile roof replacements carry our 10-year insurance-backed guarantee.
Recent tile work has included two clay tile replacements in Putney: a 100-year-old roof re-covered in Redland 49 tiles, and a full replacement in Marley Acme plain clay tiles where the original tiles had become porous. See the case studies.
- Broken Tile Replacement
- Missing Tile Replacement
- Cracked Tile Repairs
- Tile Roof Repairs
- Tile Roof Replacement
- New Tile Roof Installation
Common Tile Roofing Problems & Solutions
Common tile roof problems include broken, cracked, slipped and missing tiles, failed mortar on ridges and hips, water ingress, rotten battens and weather damage.
We look at the affected area, the condition of the tiles, battens and underlay, and what the property needs, before recommending a repair or replacement and giving you a written quote for both.
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Tile roofing at a glance
- Services: tile repairs, full re-tiling, dry ridge, verge and valley systems, lead flashings
- Tiles: clay and concrete, including Redland and Marley products
- Standard: we follow BS 5534 slating and tiling guidance where it applies
- Guarantee: 10-year insurance-backed guarantee on complete tile roof replacements
- Specialist in: matching materials on period homes and conservation areas
- Survey and quote: free, itemised and in writing
Tile roofing services
Tile repairs
Broken, slipped and missing tiles are replaced with matching tiles, secured with clips where needed. Individual tile repairs are good value as long as the battens, nibs and underlay behind them are sound.
Full re-tiling
When the roof as a whole is failing, we strip it, repair the structure, fit a breathable membrane and new treated battens, and re-tile in new or reclaimed clay or concrete tiles. See also new roof installation.
Dry ridge, dry verge and dry valley systems
Mechanical fixing systems that replace mortar bedding. They stay in place, allow the roof to ventilate and need far less maintenance than traditional mortar, which cracks and falls out over time.
Ventilation
Eaves-level fascia over-vents and vent tiles across each roof face keep the roof space dry and the timbers healthy.
Lead flashings
New code 4 lead step flashings around chimneys, abutments and roof windows. See chimney repairs.
Clay or concrete? Redland, Marley and plain tiles
| Tile | Typical lifespan | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete interlocking tiles | About 30–50 years | Cost-effective and low maintenance; popular on 20th-century homes. |
| Plain clay tiles (e.g. Marley Acme) | About 50–70 years | Traditional look; ideal for period homes and conservation areas. |
| Redland 49 tiles | Long-lasting when dry-fixed | A neat, traditional profile that suits many South West London roofs. |
Not sure which tile suits your house? We will show samples, explain the differences in cost, weight and appearance, and help you choose.
Why old tile roofs fail
- Porous, ageing clay tiles. They soak up water, and the nibs that hang them on the battens break off.
- No underlay. Leaves no second line of defence when a tile slips.
- Failed mortar on ridges, hips and verges.
- Rotten battens after years of slow leaks.
- Poor earlier repairs, such as mismatched tiles or sealant used in place of proper fixings.
Case study: 100-year-old clay roof replaced
A customer had multiple leaks and birds and pests nesting in the roof. There was no felt whatsoever, and the original clay tiles were more than 100 years old. We replaced the roof with new Redland 49 tiles, with eaves-level ventilation and all dry fixings, including dry ridge, dry verge and dry valleys. The customer was given a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee. See the before-and-after photos.
Case study: a door-to-door scam, and a roof replaced the right way
Another customer was approached by door-to-door traders who said he had a few slipped tiles. Once their scaffold was up they damaged the roof and kept asking for more money. He contacted us on a friend’s recommendation. His original clay tiles were porous and the nibs were falling off the battens, with no underlay. We offered both a spot repair and a full replacement, and he chose to replace so he would not face the stress later in life. Access was difficult, next to a busy motorway with no driveway, so we hand-loaded 5,000 tiles and removed the old covering by hand. We installed treated battens, breathable membrane, Marley Acme plain clay tiles, eaves protection trays, fascia over-vents, vent tiles on every roof face, a dry-ridge system and new code 4 lead step flashings to both chimneys.
What affects the cost of a tile roof?
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Repair or re-tile | A repair is priced per area of damage; a re-tile is priced on the whole roof. |
| Type of tile | Concrete, machine-made clay and handmade plain clay differ widely in price. |
| Roof size, pitch and shape | Hips, valleys and dormers add detail and labour. |
| Battens and underlay | Fitting new membrane and treated battens is essential on older roofs. |
| Access and waste | Scaffolding, hand-loading and mobile waste collection if there is no driveway. |
Guide prices
| Job | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Tile repair | Replacing broken, cracked or slipped tiles | From £195 per repair |
| Ridge and hip repair | Dry-ridge system in place of failed mortar | From £450 per ridge or hip |
| Full re-roof in concrete tiles | Strip, battens, membrane, new tiles and dry fixings | From £8,950 per house |
| Full re-roof in clay tiles | Strip, battens, membrane, clay tiles and lead flashings | From £13,950 per house |
Prices are a guide for a typical South West London house and include labour and materials. Scaffolding and access are priced separately. Every roof is different, so after a free survey you receive a fixed, itemised written quote. Request a free quote.
Three steps. No surprises.
- Free survey and inspection. We inspect the tiles, battens and loft and explain what we find.
- Itemised written quote. Repair and replacement options with named materials and all costs listed.
- The job, done properly. Our own roofers do the work following BS 5534 where it applies, and you receive photographs and your written guarantee.
The true cost of cheap work
- Re-laying old tiles onto old battens that will not hold them.
- No membrane or ventilation, leading to damp and rot.
- Mortar ridges that crack and fall out.
- Mismatched tiles that spoil the look of a period property.
- Cold-caller “slipped tile” scams that damage the roof to inflate the bill.
Tile roofs across Putney, Wimbledon, Wandsworth, Richmond, Kingston upon Thames, Twickenham, Balham, Tooting and more: see areas we cover or request a free quote. Also see roof repairs and slate roofing.
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