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Lead · Sheet
Hand-dressed lead for flashings, bays, dormers and turrets.
About this roof covering
Milled lead sheet in different thicknesses (codes), cut and dressed by hand to seal junctions and cover small roofs. Properly fitted leadwork is one of the longest-lasting parts of any roof.
- Typical minimum pitch
- Flat roofs (laid to a fall)
- Typical lifespan
- 100+ years
- Weight
- Medium
- Relative cost
- ££££ Premium
- Style
- Heritage · Sheet
Colours
- Grey
Good for
Pros
- Extremely durable
- Can be shaped to almost anything
- Develops a protective patina
Things to consider
- Valuable, so a theft risk on some buildings
- Needs skilled installation
Where you'll see it: Chimneys, bays, dormers and valleys on most period homes.
Figures are typical guides and vary by manufacturer and roof. We’ll confirm what suits your roof at a free inspection. The picture is an illustration.
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Book a free inspection, or send a few photos for a free online estimate. No deposit, and you only pay when the job is done.
- No depositPay on completion, once you’re happy
- Free inspectionWith a fixed, written quote
- 24/7 call-outsFor leaks and storm damage