Emergency Roof Repairs Preston: Leaks and Storm Damage
Call Danny on 07742 720 236.
What counts as a roofing emergency?
- Water coming through a ceiling, especially near light fittings.
- Tiles or slates blown off or hanging loose after high winds.
- A ridge tile or chimney pot loose, or debris that has fallen from the roof.
- Storm damage to flashing, valleys or a flat roof covering.
- A fallen tree branch or other impact damage to the roof.
What to do first
- Stay safe. Don't go up on the roof or use a ladder in bad weather. Keep people away from anything that could fall.
- Protect the inside. Move belongings away from the leak, put down containers and towels, and if water is near light fittings, switch off the electricity to that area if it's safe to do so.
- Take photos of the damage, inside and out from the ground, for your records and any insurance claim.
- Call us on 07742 720 236.
How we deal with an emergency
Making it safe
We secure loose tiles, slates, ridges and anything at risk of falling, and stop water getting in. Sometimes that means a temporary cover until the permanent repair can be done properly.
The permanent repair
Once the roof is safe and dry, we carry out the proper repair: replacing tiles or slates, re-bedding ridges, renewing flashing or repairing the flat roof. For more on everyday repairs, see our roof repairs page.
Storm damage and insurance
Storm damage is often covered by home insurance. The Association of British Insurers advises contacting your insurer as soon as possible and speaking to them before arranging temporary repairs where you can. If you have to arrange emergency repairs yourself, tell your insurer and keep the receipts, because they'll form part of your claim.
After the emergency
A storm can expose a roof that was already weak. Once the urgent repair is done, it's worth having the rest of the roof looked at. A roof inspection can pick up loose tiles, tired flashing and worn mortar before the next storm finds them.
Frequently asked questions
Can you stop a leak straight away?
Our first priority is to stop more water getting in and make the roof safe. The permanent repair follows once that's done.
Will my insurance pay for storm damage?
Many home insurance policies cover storm damage, but it depends on your policy. Contact your insurer as soon as possible.
Should I go up on the roof to check the damage?
No. Look from the ground or from a window, take photos, and leave the roof to us.
Do you deal with storm damage to flat roofs?
Yes. We repair storm damage to pitched and flat roofs.
Do you cover areas outside Preston?
Yes. We cover Preston and the surrounding area, including Leyland, Chorley and Penwortham. See all the areas we cover.