Local roofing specialists covering Melksham and surrounding villages. Repairs, full re-roofing and 24/7 emergency call-outs on all property types. Free no-obligation quotes.
We cover all roofing needs in Melksham and surrounding villages. Same local team, same standards, same guarantee.
Slipped tiles, cracked slates, failed flashings and valley repairs. Diagnosed and fixed properly, with honest pricing and no call-out fees.
More about repairs →Full re-roofs in clay tile, concrete tile or natural slate. Written 10-year guarantee and itemised quotes before we start.
More about re-roofing →GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and built-up felt for extensions and garages. Drainage corrected as standard on every installation.
More about flat roofing →Same-day emergency cover across Melksham and surrounding villages. Call 01249 247 076 any time — we're available 24/7.
Call now →Blocked gutters cleared, cracked sections repaired, full UPVC or cast iron replacement. All property types covered.
More about guttering →Repointing, lead flashing, pot replacement and stack repairs. Lime mortar used on historic and conservation area properties as standard.
More about chimneys →Local team, fast response, free quotes. Based in Chippenham, covering all of north Wiltshire.
Melksham sits on the River Avon south of Chippenham — a former mill town with a distinctive mix of Victorian worker terraces in the older town centre around the Market Place, post-war housing on the western edges, and significant newer development as the town has grown in recent decades. The River Avon's proximity means Melksham shares Chippenham's damp valley microclimate — north-facing roofs accumulate moss quickly and valley blockages are a persistent autumn issue.
The Victorian mill terraces around Canon Square and Market Place are Melksham's most maintenance-intensive roofing stock — clay plain tiles on timber-framed roofs with lead valleys and aged chimney stacks. These properties need careful, material-appropriate repair: lime mortar pointing, code 4 lead and matching clay tiles rather than the cheaper concrete alternatives that jar visually and cause premature failure due to weight differences.
Moss accumulation on north-facing roofs is the primary maintenance item for most Melksham properties — particularly on those backing onto the river corridor where tree canopy and moisture compound the problem. Valley blockages in autumn can cause roof-level ponding and ice damming in cold spells. On the Victorian town centre stock, chimney and valley lead failures are the most frequent repair call.
We cover Melksham and the surrounding villages. Based in Chippenham — fast response across north Wiltshire.
"Three consecutive winters of water in the back bedroom. Every roofer had patched the tiles. This lot found the actual cause — the lead valley had completely corroded away underneath. Properly relined and dry since."
"1990s detached on Bowerhill with original concrete tiles starting to crack and lose their coating. Full re-roof in modern clay tile, done in 5 days. The difference in the property's kerb appeal is remarkable."
"Two chimney pots needed replacing — flaunching had completely failed. Sourced matching terracotta pots and relaunched both stacks. Also spotted a loose ridge tile while up there and fixed it as part of the job."
Yes. We cover Melksham for same-day and 24/7 emergency response from our Chippenham base, approximately 8 miles north. Call 01249 247 076 any time.
The Avon Valley location does create higher ambient moisture than surrounding higher ground, which accelerates moss growth on north-facing roofs. Valley blockages in autumn are also more common where tree canopy is heavy near the river. We'd recommend annual gutter clearing for most Melksham properties.
Yes. We source matching clay plain tiles from UK manufacturers. Where a close match is needed for conservation area or listed properties, we can source reclaimed period tiles. We'll confirm during the free survey.
Guide prices match Chippenham — minor tile repairs £150–£400, valley or flashing work £300–£700, full re-roof from £5,000. No travel surcharge for Melksham. Free written quote before any work starts.
Yes — all our roofing work in Melksham carries a written 10-year workmanship guarantee. This covers tile fixing, mortar, felt and batten installation, and all leadwork. The guarantee is provided in writing on completion, not just verbally.
Call 01249 247 076 to arrange a free survey at your {}loc{} property. We'll assess the roof, explain our findings clearly, and provide a written itemised quote — no verbal estimates, no hidden additions. Free, no obligation.
Yes. We carry a range of clay plain tile profiles, source matching concrete tile where needed, and can locate reclaimed materials for listed or conservation area properties. We never use mismatched materials on visible repairs without your prior agreement.
No call-out fees. No obligation. Local Chippenham roofer covering all of Wiltshire.
01249 247 076