How long does a pitched roof last?

Concrete tiles typically last several decades; good clay tiles and natural slate can last much longer. The underlay, battens and fixings often wear out before the tiles themselves.

Can you match the tiles on an older Dorset property?

In most cases. We use reclaimed or closely matching clay tiles and slates so repairs blend in, which is especially important in conservation areas.

What's dry ridge and is it worth it?

A dry ridge system fixes ridge tiles mechanically rather than relying on mortar. It's low-maintenance and well suited to exposed coastal and hilltop roofs.

Do I need planning permission for a new pitched roof?

Replacing like for like usually doesn't. Changing the material, height or shape, or working on a listed building or in a conservation area, may need consent. We'll flag this early.

Which parts of Dorset do you cover?

We work across Dorset, including Poole, Bournemouth, Weymouth, Dorchester, Wimborne, Ferndown, Christchurch, Sherborne and Blandford Forum, plus the villages in between.

Pitched Roofing Dorset | Tile & Slate Roof Specialists

We carry out pitched roofing work across the county: tile and slate repairs, valleys, ridges and verges, and full replacement roofs, with clear photos and written quotes.

Common pitched roof problems we help with in Dorset

Slipped, cracked or missing tiles and slates
Leaking valleys, whether lead, GRP or mortared tile
Loose ridge and hip tiles and failing mortar bedding
Leaks around chimneys, dormers and roof windows
Storm damage on exposed coastal and hilltop roofs
Ageing roofs with perished felt and tired battens needing replacement

Low-angle view of a dark interlocking tiled pitched roof with a roof window and gutter

Repair or replace?

A targeted repair is often enough when

The problem is confined to one slope, valley or junction
The tiles or slates are still sound
The underlay and battens are in reasonable condition

A replacement roof is usually the better choice when

Tiles are porous, flaking or slipping across large areas
Older slates are failing from nail corrosion
There's no underlay or it has broken down
Repairs are becoming a yearly expense

Pitched roofing across Dorset

Along the coast — Weymouth, Swanage, Poole and Christchurch — roofs take salt air and strong south-westerly winds, so fixing specifications matter: clipped tiles, mechanically fixed ridges and well-detailed verges. Inland, in towns like Dorchester, Sherborne, Blandford and Wimborne, the work is just as often about matching historic clay tiles and natural slate in conservation areas.

On listed buildings or in conservation areas, the covering may need to match the original. We'll flag that early so it's built into the quote and any consents.

Pitched roofing work we carry out

Complete re-roofs in tile or natural slate
Valley renewal in lead or GRP
Dry ridge and dry verge systems
Re-bedding and re-pointing ridge and hip tiles
Breathable membrane and batten replacement
Dormer roofs, cheeks and junctions

Dormer and chimney junctions on a pitched roof in Dorset — Dormers, chimneys and valleys are where most pitched roofs in Dorset first let water in.

Recent pitched roofing projects in Dorset

We're adding write-ups and photos of recent local jobs here. In the meantime, we're happy to share examples of similar work when we visit.

Location
The problem
Work carried out
The result
Before and after photos

Want to see similar work? Call 07931 159315 or email info@latituderoofing.co.uk.

Common questions

What homeowners in Dorset usually want to know about pitched roofing.

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Pitched Roofing in Dorset