Expert roof replacement across Chiseldon. Large village 5 miles south of Swindon straddling the old Swindon–Marlborough road. Free quotes, 10-year guarantee, no call-out fees.
Large village 5 miles south of Swindon straddling the old Swindon–Marlborough road. The village centre around the church has stone and brick cottages dating from the 17th century onward. Post-war council housing along Draycot Road and Norris Close expanded the village in the 1950s–60s with standard concrete interlocking tiles. Modern infill at Ridgeway View and New Road has added contemporary stock since 2010. The village sits at the foot of the Ridgeway escarpment, creating a sheltered valley position that traps moisture.
Moss growth is aggressive due to the sheltered, damp valley position at the foot of the downs. North-facing roof slopes stay wet well into the afternoon from October to March. Nail sickness on the 1950s–60s council stock along Draycot Road is at a similar stage to Swindon's Penhill estate. Period cottage roofs need traditional materials — several are in or near the conservation area.
Chiseldon sits in a shallow valley at the foot of the Ridgeway escarpment, sheltered from the worst winds but prone to humidity and morning mist. The valley traps cold air overnight, extending frost seasons and creating conditions that accelerate moss growth and mortar degradation on north-facing elevations.
Free quotes. No call-out fee. Call 0179 329 7084.
0179 329 7084"1960s concrete tiles shot through with nail sickness. They stripped and re-roofed in four days. New breathable membrane, stainless fixings, Marley Ludlow Plus tiles. Transformed the house."
"Whole north-facing slope thick with moss. They treated it with biocide, removed it carefully, and applied a preventative coat. The roof looks years younger."
"Three handmade clay tiles cracked on our period cottage. They sourced matching reclaimed tiles and fitted them perfectly. Invisible repair — exactly what these old buildings need."
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£4,500–£7,000 for basic work. We provide free quotes with no call-out fee for all Chiseldon properties. A standard 3-bed semi re-roof costs £4,500–£7,000 with concrete tiles. Conservation areas add 20–40% for period-correct materials. Building Regulations compliance and scaffold are included. See our new roof cost guide.
Minor repairs: £150–£400. Full re-roofs on the 1960s stock: £4,500–£6,500. Period tile matching varies by material. Free quotes for all work. A standard 3-bed semi re-roof costs £4,500–£7,000 with concrete tiles. Conservation areas add 20–40% for period-correct materials. Building Regulations compliance and scaffold are included. See our new roof cost guide.
Yes — Chiseldon is 5 miles south of our Swindon base. Same-day emergency response. Call 0179 329 7084 24/7. Every re-roof includes Building Regulations notification, breathable membrane, stainless fixings and our 10-year workmanship guarantee. See our replacement service page.
The sheltered valley position at the foot of the Ridgeway traps humidity. Morning mist keeps north-facing slopes damp well into the afternoon. These conditions are ideal for moss, lichen and algae — more so than on the exposed plateau above. Every re-roof includes Building Regulations notification, breathable membrane, stainless fixings and our 10-year workmanship guarantee. See our replacement service page.
Yes — the 1950s–60s stock along Draycot Road and Norris Close is affected. Corrosion is at a similar stage to Swindon's oldest estates. A free survey will confirm. Every re-roof includes Building Regulations notification, breathable membrane, stainless fixings and our 10-year workmanship guarantee. See our replacement service page.
Yes — reclaimed materials, lime mortar, period-appropriate techniques. We advise on any planning requirements during the survey. Every re-roof includes Building Regulations notification, breathable membrane, stainless fixings and our 10-year workmanship guarantee. See our replacement service page.
We apply a biocide spray that kills the moss at the root, wait for it to die, then remove it gently. We never pressure-wash tiles — it strips the surface and accelerates regrowth. Every re-roof includes Building Regulations notification, breathable membrane, stainless fixings and our 10-year workmanship guarantee. See our replacement service page.
Chiseldon sits in a sheltered valley at the foot of the Ridgeway escarpment. The valley traps cold air and humidity, creating conditions that accelerate moss growth and mortar degradation, particularly on north-facing elevations. The 1950s-60s council stock along Draycot Road has nail sickness at a similar stage to Penhill.
Our re-roofing process follows a proven sequence: scaffold, strip existing tiles and felt, inspect every rafter and purlin, splice or sister any weakened timbers, lay breathable roofing membrane, fix new treated battens at the correct gauge, lay your chosen tile with stainless steel fixings, complete ridge and hip work, final checks and site clearance. Your home is watertight every evening — we never leave an exposed roof overnight.
We are NFRC registered, carry £5m public liability insurance, and provide a written 10-year workmanship guarantee on every job. We know Chiseldon's housing stock, its specific climate challenges, and the materials that work best in local conditions. We do not subcontract — our own team handles every job from survey to completion. Call 0179 329 7084 for a free quote.
Day one: scaffold erected early morning, stripping begins by mid-morning. We work systematically across the roof, stripping tiles, removing felt and battens, and inspecting every timber member as it is exposed. Any rafter or purlin with rot, splitting or excessive moisture content is spliced or sistered with new treated timber. By end of day one, the new breathable membrane is laid over the inspected and repaired structure. Days two and three: new battens fixed at the correct gauge for your tile, tiles laid from eaves to ridge with stainless steel nails. Day four: ridge tiles bedded and mechanically fixed, lead flashings dressed, final checks. Day five for larger properties. Your home is weathertight every single evening.
We clear all debris, remove scaffold, and leave your property clean. We provide a written completion certificate with your 10-year workmanship guarantee. We handle Building Control notification and sign-off. We are available by phone if you have any questions in the weeks and months after completion. A good roofer does not disappear after the invoice is paid — we stand behind our work for the long term.
Our re-roofing specification exceeds Building Regulations minimum requirements. We use Tyvek Supro or equivalent breathable roofing membrane rather than traditional non-breathable felt — this eliminates the condensation problems that plague older roof constructions. All battens are treated softwood at the correct gauge for the specified tile. Every tile is mechanically fixed with A2 stainless steel nails — on exposed sites we add tile clips for enhanced wind resistance. Ridge tiles are bedded in a flexible mortar mix and mechanically fixed with stainless ridge screws. Valleys are lined in code 4 milled lead with 75mm side laps and welted central drip. We install tile vents at eaves and ridge for continuous ventilation.
Written 10-year workmanship guarantee on every re-roof. Tile manufacturer warranty — typically 30 years for concrete interlocking, 75+ years for natural slate, 60+ years for machine-made clay. Breathable membrane carries a 30-year manufacturer guarantee. Stainless steel fixings will never corrode — eliminating the nail sickness problem that is destroying the current generation of Swindon roofs.
The most common feedback we receive after a re-roof is surprise at how quickly and cleanly the work was done. Homeowners expect disruption — noise, mess, weeks of scaffolding. In reality, a typical Swindon semi is re-roofed in 3-5 working days. We work efficiently because we do this every day, we plan each job in advance with materials pre-ordered and scaffold scheduled, and we follow a systematic process that minimises wasted time. We protect your garden with ground sheets. We skip all debris daily. We sweep the site at the end of every working day. And we take the scaffold down the moment the roof is complete. The only lasting evidence of our work is a roof that looks new and performs perfectly.
Chiseldon's sheltered valley position creates a damp microclimate that requires enhanced ventilation specification on all roof work. We prioritise airflow in roof voids and recommend moss management programmes for properties with persistent biological growth on north-facing slopes.
From £150, no call-out fee.
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Full inspection — tiles, fixings, felt, timbers, flashings, ventilation.
Every component itemised: scaffold, materials, labour, Building Regs.
Strip, inspect, membrane, battens, tiles on stainless nails, ridges, flashings.
Walk-through, guarantee, Building Control certificate.
| Job | Duration |
|---|---|
| Semi (concrete) | 4-5 days |
| Semi (clay/slate) | 5-7 days |
| Detached | 6-8 days |
Weather dependent.
Full perimeter scaffold on every re-roof — erected day before, dismantled day after.
Valley village below the Ridgeway. Mix of period cottages and 1960s-70s development. Pavement scaffold and skip permits go through Swindon Borough Council; allow a few working days on streets like High Street, Station Road, New Road.
10-year workmanship. Tiles: 40-60 year manufacturer warranty. Slate: 100+ years.
External noise 8am-5pm for the duration. Daily cleanup. You can stay in the house.
We strip and cover section by section — never exposing more than one day's work. Valley position creates higher humidity than the plateau — moss and condensation more prevalent.
Last updated: August 2026
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0179 329 7084