New Roofs Fulham

• The Peterborough Estate Conservation Area (SW6): Distinctive Lion Houses with steep slate mansards and decorative gables. Re-roofing demands authentic Welsh Penrhyn or Grade-A Spanish slate, hand-bossed Code 5 lead dormer cladding, and period-accurate terracotta ridge cresting to satisfy LBHF heritage controls.

• Parsons Green & New King’s Road (SW6): Grand Victorian mansards and terraced properties. Re-roofing focuses on natural slates, complex lead dormer cheeks, central valley overhauls, and warm-roof insulation upgrades.

• Sands End & South Park Borders (SW6): High-density Victorian terraces with L-shaped rear tenement additions. Re-roofing requires natural slate overhauls, structural outrigger timber sistering, party-wall firewall rebuilds, and breathable membrane underlayment.

• Bishops Park & Hurlingham Fringe (SW6): Large Edwardian family homes with multi-pitched rooflines. Demands stripping degraded bitumen felt, new treated batten runs, Code 5 lead valleys, and mechanical dry-ridge systems.

LBHF Conservation Material Compliance on Peterborough Estate "Lion Houses"

Properties within the Peterborough Estate Conservation Area are strictly protected by the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham. Replacing original natural slate with synthetic fiber-cement tiles or concrete alternatives violates planning regulations and triggers enforcement notices. We source genuine SVT Welsh Slate and Grade-A Spanish slates, fixing them with solid copper nails and traditional mortar-bedded ridge tiles to ensure 100% planning compliance and an 80+ year lifespan.

Structural Timber Rafter Bowing on Victorian L-Shaped Outriggers

The rear two-story tenement additions characteristic of Fulham terraces carry heavy slate loads over long, unsupported spans. Over 120+ years of dead weight and unseen valley leaks, original 3x2-inch softwood rafters deflect and bow, creating an uneven, sagging roofline. When our six-man team strips your roof to bare timbers, we evaluate every structural joist, sistering bowed rafters with treated timber and reinforcing valley boards to create a completely flat, rigid deck before laying new slates.

"Nail Sickness" & Corroded Fixings on Century-Old Fulham Slate Mansards

Many Victorian properties across Fulham still feature original slate roof coverings installed with iron nails. After more than a century, these nails corrode through—a condition known as "nail sickness." Individual slates slip out of line, exposing the decayed bitumen felt underneath to driving rain. During a complete re-roof, our crew strips the covering to bare rafters, replaces failing battens, installs high-performance breathable roofing membranes, and secures every new slate with corrosion-proof copper nails.

Executing a full re-roof on a dense Victorian street in Fulham requires tight logistical planning and structural care. We complete replacements through a structured 4-phase framework:

• Phase 1: Scaffolding, Pavement Licensing & Envelope Protection: We arrange all necessary pavement and parking bay suspension permits with Hammersmith & Fulham Council. Fully netted, independent perimeter scaffolding is erected. We strip the roof in controlled sections, ensuring any exposed timbers are fully weather-sealed with heavy-duty breathable membrane before our team leaves each afternoon.

• Phase 2: Rafter Sistering, Valley Decking & Firewall Upgrades: Old battens and degraded underlay are cleared to bare timbers. We sister bowed rafters, replace water-damaged valley timbers between rear tenement additions, and rebuild crumbling party-wall brick firebreaks to modern UK building safety standards.

• Phase 3: Part L Insulation Upgrades & Breathable Underlayment: We install high-density PIR insulation boards or 270mm quilt insulation across the ceiling joists to comply with UK Building Regulations (Part L). A tear-resistant, vapour-permeable membrane and factory-treated 25x50mm BS5534 roofing battens are secured with ring-shank nails.

• Phase 4: Precision Slate Laying & Master Leadcraft: Premium natural slates are hand-cut and fixed with copper nails to exact gauge lines. Code 5 milled lead is bossed into place across chimneys, dormer cheeks, and outrigger valleys. Terracotta ridge tiles are bedded, scaffolding is removed, the site is cleared, and your 25-year CORC guarantee certificate is issued.

Do I need planning permission for a new roof in the Peterborough Estate Conservation Area?

Like-for-like roof replacements using matching authentic materials (such as natural slate and clay ridge tiles) generally fall under Permitted Development and do not require formal council planning permission. However, because the Peterborough Estate is a designated conservation area, material approvals apply. We ensure all slates, clay tiles, and leadwork match local heritage guidelines during our free survey.

How do you handle shared party-wall roof sections and outriggers with neighbors in Sands End?

We liaise with your neighbor before work begins. We install clean bonding gutters or shared lead valleys along the party line, ensuring a seamless, watertight junction between your new roof covering and the adjoining property.

Do I have to upgrade my loft insulation when getting a new roof in SW6?

Yes. Under UK Building Regulations (Part L), replacing more than 50% of your roof covering requires upgrading loft thermal insulation to current standards (typically 270mm). We incorporate this directly into our itemized written quotes.

What happens if rain falls while my roof is stripped off?

We strip roofs in manageable daily sections. At the end of every working afternoon, exposed timbers are completely covered and sealed with high-grade, waterproof breathable membrane, keeping your home 100% watertight throughout the project.

Are your on-site roof surveys in Fulham completely free?

Yes. John Quilligan visits your property in SW6 in person, inspects the roof structure, loft timbers, and chimney leadwork, and provides a clear, itemized written estimate with zero call-out charges.