Roofers Melrose

The Victorian and Edwardian villas that define central Melrose have large, often complex roof areas with multiple hips, valleys and dormers. Natural slate on these properties is typically well over a century old, and the most common issues are slipped or cracked slates, worn ridge bedding, and degraded lead in the valleys. We carry out careful roof repairs on these properties, matching slate size and colour so that fixes sit invisibly alongside the original covering.

Properties near the abbey and throughout the conservation area are subject to restrictions on materials and appearance. This means repairs and replacements need to use natural slate and traditional detailing rather than modern alternatives. We work within these requirements as a matter of course, sourcing appropriate slate and using lead flashings and traditional ridge work that satisfies both the conservation officer and the long-term performance of the roof.

Tall chimney stacks are a feature of the older Melrose properties, and after decades of exposure to wind off the Eildon Hills they frequently need repointing, lead flashing renewal, or partial rebuilding. A failing chimney is one of the most common causes of persistent leaks in period homes, and catching deterioration early avoids more expensive structural work later. Our guide on signs your roof needs repair covers the warning signs to watch for.

On the newer estates around the edges of town, the typical issues shift to guttering, fascias and soffits that have deteriorated after years of heavy rainfall, and flat-roofed garages and extensions that develop blistering or ponding. We also handle emergency callouts across the area when storm damage or an active leak needs immediate attention. For older roofs where you are unsure of the remaining lifespan, our article on how long a roof lasts is a useful starting point.