Properly installed leadwork is one of the most critical elements of a watertight roof. At ArcLine Roofing, our skilled craftsmen specialise in lead flashing, valleys, aprons and detailed lead work for properties across Market Drayton and Shropshire. When it's done right, quality leadwork can last over 100 years.
Lead is the traditional and most durable material for weatherproofing the junctions, abutments and valleys of your roof. These are the areas where water concentrates and where most leaks originate — which is exactly why they need to be done properly by experienced professionals, not bodged with cement or silicone.
We use Code 4 and Code 5 lead sheet to appropriate standards, employing traditional bossing and welding techniques that have been refined over centuries. Whether you need replacement lead flashings around your chimney, new lead valleys, stepped flashings against abutment walls or bespoke detailing, our team delivers precision work that lasts.
Many roof leaks in Market Drayton properties are caused by deteriorated or poorly installed flashings. If you've noticed water staining around chimney breasts, bay windows, dormer cheeks or where your roof meets a wall, there's a good chance your lead flashings need attention. Ignoring it only makes the damage worse and more expensive to fix.
Our leadwork service covers both repairs and new installations. We can strip and replace old, cracked lead flashings, install new lead work on extensions and new-build projects, and carry out emergency repairs to stop active leaks caused by flashing failure. We also install lead valleys, box gutters and secret gutters.
One of the most common issues we see across Market Drayton is lead flashings that have been 'repaired' with cement or silicone. These bodge jobs might hold for a few months, but they always fail because cement is rigid and cracks as the lead expands and contracts with temperature changes. We strip these out and install proper lead detailing.
For period properties in Market Drayton and across Shropshire, authentic leadwork is essential to maintaining the character and weatherproofing of the building. We work on listed buildings, conservation area properties and historic churches — always using appropriate materials and traditional methods.
Lead is also the best choice for more complex roofing details like dormer cheeks, bay roof coverings, parapet walls and decorative features. Our craftsmen have the skills to fabricate bespoke lead elements to suit any architectural requirement.
All leadwork by ArcLine Roofing is carried out to current Lead Sheet Association standards. We're fully insured and Checkatrade approved, with a 10/10 rating from verified customer reviews across Market Drayton and Shropshire.
If your Market Drayton property needs lead flashing repairs, replacement or new installation, contact ArcLine Roofing for a free, no-obligation inspection and quote. We'll assess the work needed and provide honest, transparent pricing — with no pressure and no hidden costs.