Lead seals the joints where your roof is most likely to leak. Around the chimney, where two slopes meet, and where the roof runs into a wall. Get those wrong, and water can get inside during winter.
Most leaks start at one of these junctions rather than in the middle of the roof, which is why replacing a tile so often fails to fix the problem. We have been putting lead right across Ashford for 25 years, and we know where to look.
We cover chimney flashing, valleys, roof joints and complete lead roofs. On period and heritage properties, we match the existing lead so the repair blends in with the building instead of standing out. To see what proper leadwork involves, read our guide to lead flashing.
Whether it’s a small repair or a full replacement, we will tell you honestly what your roof needs. You’ll get a written price before anything starts, and nothing will be added afterwards.
We are a roofing company in Ashford first, so we are already working at that height. Your lead gets the same attention as the rest of the roof, rather than being squeezed in by a trade that does not go up there.
Hibbs Roofing and Building Ltd provides a comprehensive range of roofing services in Ashford, all specifically designed to protect your roof and property from water damage. Every project is completed with exceptional precision and care to guarantee long-lasting, reliable performance.
Lead Flashing Installation & Replacement – We professionally fit and replace lead flashing around chimneys, roof edges, and walls to prevent water penetration and keep your roof completely secure against leaks and moisture ingress.
Lead Roof Repairs – Cracked, split, or damaged lead sections are expertly repaired to fully restore waterproofing integrity and prevent further deterioration, keeping your roof safe, sound, and secure.
New Lead Roof Installation – We install robust, fully weather-resistant lead roofing systems for both flat and pitched roofs, providing outstanding long-term protection and a clean, professional finish.
Lead Valley & Gutter Work – Our team professionally installs and seals lead valleys and gutters to optimise drainage performance and prevent water build-up that can damage your property.
Leadwork Restoration – We carefully repair and match existing leadwork on older and period properties, preserving the building’s original architectural style while significantly enhancing strength and weatherproofing.
Lead Welding & Dressing – Precision lead welding and expert dressing techniques ensure a neat, completely watertight, and professionally finished result that performs reliably for many years ahead
Roof & Lead Inspection – We assess the existing leadwork to identify cracks, splits, corrosion, or poor original fitting, and check for related leaks or damp.
Material & Approach Planning – We confirm the appropriate lead grade and technique for your property, matching existing finishes on older or heritage buildings where needed.
Careful Removal of Old Leadwork – Damaged or failing lead is removed without disturbing surrounding tiles, brickwork, or roof structure.
Precision Fitting & Welding – New lead is dressed, welded, and fitted to the correct falls and joints, ensuring a fully watertight seal.
Final Inspection & Clean-Up – We check that every joint is secure and watertight, then fully clear the site before we leave.
If you have noticed leaks, water staining, or deteriorating lead flashing on your roof, do not delay addressing the problem. Hibbs Roofing and Building Ltd provides trusted, professional leadwork services across Ashford, protecting your property and ensuring your roof remains completely watertight in every season.
Get in touch today for straightforward expert advice, a completely free no-obligation quote, and premium craftsmanship that keeps your home or business fully protected and secure all year round.
A quarter-century of roofing work across Ashford and Kent means we've seen and fixed almost every roofing problem there is, and that experience shows in the quality of every job we complete.
No vague estimates and no hidden add-ons. We survey your roof properly and give you one clear, fixed price upfront, so you always know exactly what you're paying before any work starts.
Based in Ashford and covering the surrounding Kent villages, we're never far away. Whether it's an emergency leak or a planned project, our team aims to get to you quickly and get it sorted.
Every job is carried out by insured, experienced roofers who genuinely take pride in doing things properly, rather than cutting corners just to save a bit of time out on site each day.
Repairs, installation, flat roofing, damp proofing, guttering, repointing and lead work, we cover it all, so you're never stuck coordinating several contractors for one roofing job.
We're proud to be trusted by Checkatrade, giving you genuine, independently verified proof of our quality and reliability, not just our word for it, but a record homeowners can check themselves.
We carry out chimney flashings, valleys and full lead roofs across Ashford and Kent, from Victorian terraces in Canterbury to coastal properties around Folkestone.
Correctly specified and installed, lead lasts a century or more. Flashing that fails within five years has almost always been fitted in too thin a code, in pieces that are too long, or sealed with mastic instead of being chased in.
Code 4 as a minimum on flashings and Code 5 on valleys and soakers. We write the code into your quote so you know exactly what you are getting.
Often we can lead-weld a split and leave the rest in place. We only replace a full run when the sheet has work-hardened or fatigued beyond repair, and we tell you which at survey.
That is lead carbonate, and it happens when patination oil was not applied after installation. It is preventable, we apply it as standard, and existing staining can usually be cleaned off.
Yes. We carry out traditional bossed leadwork on period and listed buildings around Ashford, formed and dressed by hand rather than cut from stock.
Yes. Lead sheet on a roof presents no risk in normal use. Handling precautions apply to us during installation, and we follow HSE guidance on site.