Old Town is Swindon's original settlement — the hilltop village that predates the railway town below. We provide expert roofing services across Old Town — repairs, replacements, flat roofing and emergency call-outs with free quotes and a 10-year guarantee.
Old Town is Swindon's original settlement — the hilltop village that predates the railway town below. Georgian and Regency townhouses line Wood Street, Bath Road and the western end of Victoria Road. Edwardian villas with substantial chimney stacks and handmade clay tile roofs sit along Croft Road and The Planks. Interwar semis with concrete plain tiles fill the streets between Okus Road and the Lawn. This mix of eras creates the most diverse roofing challenge in Swindon — from 200-year-old Welsh slate to 1930s clay peg tiles, all within a few streets of each other.
Clay tile degradation on Edwardian villas along Croft Road — the original handmade tiles crack at the nibs after 100+ years of thermal cycling. Lead valley failures where the complex roof geometry of Victorian properties creates multiple junction points. Chimney pointing failure on Georgian stacks along Wood Street where lime mortar has weathered out on the exposed west-facing elevations. Moss growth on north-facing slopes backed by the mature trees of the Lawn.
We work on every street in Old Town including Wood Street, Bath Road, Victoria Road, Croft Road, The Planks, Okus Road, Newport Street, Devizes Road, Prospect Hill, High Street and all surrounding roads. If you're not sure whether we cover your street, call 0179 329 7084 — we almost certainly do.
No call-out fees. Free quotes. Call 0179 329 7084 today.
0179 329 7084"Our Georgian townhouse chimney had lost its pointing on three faces. They repointed in lime mortar — colour-matched perfectly to the existing — and re-dressed the lead flashings. The conservation officer had no issues. Expert period work."
"Edwardian clay tiles cracking and slipping on our 1905 villa. They sourced matching handmade tiles from a reclamation yard and had them hung within the week. Perfect match to the originals."
"Complex valley junction on our Victorian roof had been leaking for years. They stripped the lead, redressed code 4 in the traditional stepped pattern, and it's been completely watertight since. Real craftsmanship."
Roof repairs in Old Town cost £150-£900 depending on scope. Slipped tiles: £150-£250. Flashing repairs: £200-£500. Ridge re-bedding: £200-£500. No call-out fee. We carry the 12 most common tile profiles on every van for same-visit repairs. See our full repair cost guide.
Yes — Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian roofing is a core part of our work. We use lime mortar, source reclaimed tiles and slate, and understand the structural behaviour of older roof frames. Old Town is where we do more period work than anywhere else in Swindon.
Yes. We source reclaimed handmade clay tiles from specialist yards and can match most profiles found on Old Town's Edwardian and Victorian properties. For listed buildings, matching is essential and we maintain relationships with the right suppliers.
Most roof repairs and like-for-like replacements are permitted development and do not need planning permission under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015, Schedule 2, Part 1, Class C. However, conservation areas and listed buildings have restrictions — see our listed building consent guide.
Clay tile degradation on Edwardian properties — the original handmade tiles crack at the nibs after 100+ years. Lead valley failures on Victorian properties with complex roof geometry. Chimney pointing failure on Georgian stacks. All period-specific problems that need period-appropriate solutions.
Yes. NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) membership requires demonstrated competence, adequate insurance and ongoing quality compliance. Our membership can be verified at nfrc.co.uk. We also carry £5m public liability insurance and provide written guarantees on all work. See our guide to choosing a roofer.
We provide the full range of roofing services in Old Town: repairs from £150, replacements from £4,500, flat roofing, emergency 24/7, guttering, chimneys and specialist work. NFRC registered, 10-year guarantee, free quotes with no call-out fee. Call 0179 329 7084.
Swindon's exposed plateau position at 120m creates roofing conditions distinct from sheltered valley towns. Wind loading is higher, temperature swings are wider, and freeze-thaw cycling is more frequent. This means roofs here work harder and fail sooner than in more protected locations. Understanding your specific situation — the age of your roof, the materials used, and the exposure conditions of your property — is essential for making the right maintenance and investment decisions.
We offer free roof surveys and consultations across Swindon and a 15-mile radius. We inspect from the roof, photograph everything, and explain what we find without pressure or obligation. Whether you need immediate work or are planning ahead, an honest professional assessment helps you make informed decisions. Call 0179 329 7084 to book your free inspection.
We are NFRC registered, carry £5m public liability insurance, and have been serving Swindon and surrounding Wiltshire since 2003. Every job carries our written 10-year workmanship guarantee. We do not subcontract and we do not use commission-based salespeople. When you call 0179 329 7084, you speak to the people who will do the work.
Old Town is where Swindon's roofing challenge is most diverse. Within a few streets you move from Georgian Welsh slate to Edwardian handmade clay to 1930s concrete plain tiles — each requiring different materials, different techniques and different repair approaches. The mature gardens and tree-lined streets create heavy leaf fall that blocks gutters every autumn. The elevated hilltop position at the southern edge of the plateau gives Old Town more wind exposure than the lower-lying estates to the north. We work on Old Town roofs more frequently than any other Swindon neighbourhood, and we carry the widest range of period and modern materials to handle whatever we find.
We survey from the roof, not just the ground. We photograph everything and explain what we find in plain English. We quote in writing with itemised costs and no hidden extras. We use the correct materials for the property type and era — lime mortar on pre-1920 masonry, stainless steel fixings on all tile work, breathable membrane on re-roofs, marine-grade plywood on flat roof decks. We do not subcontract. Our own team handles every job from the initial survey through to completion and sign-off. Every job carries our written 10-year workmanship guarantee. Call 0179 329 7084 for a free survey with no obligation.
Whether you are researching a future project or dealing with an immediate problem, the best next step is a conversation with someone who knows Swindon roofs. Call 0179 329 7084 for a free, no-obligation discussion about your specific situation. We can answer your questions, arrange a free roof survey if needed, and give you honest advice based on 20 years of local experience. There is no call-out fee, no pressure and no salesperson. Just straightforward help from the people who will actually do the work if you decide to go ahead. We look forward to hearing from you.
From £150, no call-out fee.
More →Full re-roofs, 10yr guarantee.
More →GRP/EPDM, 25yr guarantees.
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Call Now →Cleaning, repairs, replacement.
More →Repointing, flashings, stacks.
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More →Fitted to your roof.
More →Code 4 flashings, valleys.
More →Repair, matching, re-roofing.
More →Surveys from £120, fee credited.
More →Mix of post-war estates and older properties.
Shares wider Swindon area exposure patterns.
The most common repair calls in Old Town mirror the wider Swindon pattern: nail sickness on post-war concrete tile roofs, flat roof membrane failure on rear extensions, mortar verge and ridge deterioration, and gutter blockage from mature trees. A professional inspection tells you exactly which apply to your property.
We inspect from the roof — not the ground. On Old Town properties we check tile fixings, felt condition, flashings, chimney stacks, guttering and fascia condition.
Itemised specification within 48 hours — materials, labour, scaffold and waste all listed separately. No lump sums.
Our own team handles every job. Daily cleanup. Weathertight every night. We never leave a roof exposed.
Written 10-year workmanship guarantee. Materials carry separate manufacturer warranties. Invoice on completion — no deposits.
Access depends on the job and property type. Ladder work for minor repairs. Tower or full scaffold for roofline, chimney and re-roof work. Scaffold is always itemised in your quote. Pavement scaffold and skip permits go through Swindon Borough Council; allow a few working days on streets like local residential streets.
Every job in Old Town carries our written 10-year workmanship guarantee covering labour, fixings and installation. Materials carry separate manufacturer warranties. If a fault appears, we come back and fix it — no quibbling.
Last updated: August 2026
No call-out fees. No obligation. Local roofers covering Old Town and all of Swindon.
0179 329 7084