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Chimney Repair/Replacement and Maintenance

There are two types of chimneys that we use at JDL Roofing Ltd, 

Factory-Built / Prefabricated

A chimney that has already been designed and manufactured to which we then install.

Masonry Brick or Stone 

A chimney Is a ventilation structure typically through a roof of a building made of masonry, clay or metal that isolates hot toxic exhaust gases or smoke produced by a boiler, stove, furnace, incinerator or fireplace.  

The main purpose of a chimney is to vent the products of combustion from your home. This function is very important because the products of combustion contain hazardous and noxious gasses, one of the gasses being Carbon Monoxide. 

JDL Roofing Ltd chimney repair services:

  • Leaning chimney repair or removal
  • Flaunching of the chimney (to secure chimney pots)
  • Replacement of lead flashings
  • Thompsons one coat water seal brick sealer (optional) 
  • Chimney pointing and rendering
  • Pots and cowls supplied and installed 
  • Removal/capping of any disused chimneys 

At JDL Roofing Ltd we offer a 10 year guarantee with our chimney repair/replacement and maintenance services. 

Traditional Built Up Bitumen Felt Flat Roofing

Traditional built up bitumen felt flat roofing, is one of the oldest methods of flat roofing in the roofing industry, with this method being used for over fifty years.

Felt is a more cost effective alternative to other methods of flat roofing such as, GRP fibreglass or EPDM rubber roofing. 

The method of installation of a traditional felt flat roofing system: 

1. To strip the existing roof of the old material previously used

2. To supply and install new 8×2 OSB3 smart ply boards 

3. To add two layers of a high performance basecoat felt using traditional methods of hot bitumen 

4. To add the fourth and final layer of a high performance mineral felt using traditional methods of hot bitumen, which the customers has the option to choose from colours of midnight black, antique red or forest green (all the drips edgings/upstands will be placed in high performance mineral felt

The benefits of a traditional felt roofing system

  • Longevity 
  • Durability
  • Cost effective

At JDL we provide a 10 year guarantee with any installation of a traditional felt roofing system. 

New Tiled Roofs

A New tiled roof is a great way to improve the energy efficiency of your home, it is a long term investment that can reduce short term costs and also create protection for health as a clean dry roof interior will not add any harmful toxins to your home’s air. You can implement the latest thermal materials, such as YBS super quilt loft insulation, or Knauf Eko roll loft insulation. Installing loft insulation can save up to 75% of the heat used in your home leading to a decrease in heating bills and carbon footprint. 


A new tiled roof can provide a sleek, tidy finish therefore creating an increase in value of your home. Estimates suggest that, when combined with other money-saving benefits of getting a new roof, resale can help to contribute to a return on the investment of a huge 60-70% meaning you’ll essentially pay only a fraction of the roof price long term, if you do decide to sell. 


At JDL we provide a vast array of concrete tiles from sandtoft double romans, marley moderns, marley mendips, rivendale and eternit tiles. All tiles are available in a large selection of colours. We also provide a wide variety of clay tiles including the classic rosemary, old english terracotta pantiles etc which also come in a large selection of colours. 
Our highly trained site surveyors will advise all of our options available best suited to your requirements. 


The benefits of a new tiled roof:

  • Cost Effectiveness 
  • Enhances the aesthetic & value of your home
  • Energy efficiency
  • Health Benefits
  • Fire Safety 

At JDL we provide a 25 year guarantee with any installation of a new tiled roof system. 

Re-Roof

Re-roofing your home gives you the peace of mind that your home is going to be protected from the elements, your roof is one of the most essential parts of your home so by creating protection it can maximise the efficiency of your home by retaining heat better. This means less energy used to heat your home meaning a decrease in your heating bills.

Any roof is inclined to natural depreciations, maintenance becomes necessary to protect and make homes more secure. Moreover, as roof structures tend to wear out faster, re roofing or roof restoration is required in order to protect the property and will also create an increase in the value of the property. 

The benefits of a re-roof: 

  • Energy Efficiency 
  • Great Investment 
  • Cost Effectiveness Improves curb appeal 

At JDL we provide a 10 year guarantee with any installation of a re-roof. 

Fascia, Soffits & UPVC

Fascia panel also known as the roofline is the structure mounted at the point where the roof meets the outside walls of the home and runs lengthways close-fitting to the lower ends of the roof giving support to the bottom row of tiles carrying all the guttering.

At JDL all of our products can be specifically designed and matched to best suit your requirements, whether you need your fascias fully replaced or repaired we can.. 

  • Provide a full choice of styles for new build
  • Replace degraded timber fascias
  • Over-cap existing sound fascias
  • Use colour to coordinate with windows and door systems
  • Create individual & traditional roof styles

The benefits of fascias:Enhances the aesthetic & value of your home Low maintenance Prevents damages to propertyStops the entry of birds & large insects Soffit boards are the horizontal boards which fit under the roofline which together with fascia boards finish off the roofline in a waterproof seal. They are available in 3 different styles, standard utility board, vented soffit boards or lightweight hollow soffit boards. 

The soffits that are attached to your home do more than just provide a nice and appealing finish. They help to defend your home from the outside keeping it dry and free of insects on the inside.

The benefits of soffits:

  • Energy Efficient
  • Stops the entry of birds and large insects
  • Enhances the aesthetic & value of your home
  • Low Maintenance

PVC guttering is a popular choice for modern properties as its durable and hardwearing nature means it can withstand even the toughest of weather conditions still remaining strong. 

At JDL we can source and supply PVC guttering which matches and compliments your home whether you have a modern new build or a period property. 

The benefits of PVC guttering:

  • Shows little to no scratches, marks, dents or blemishes due to the material
  • Water Resistant, does not freeze or corrode over time
  • Exceedingly Strong
  • Low Maintenance – easy to clean

At JDL we provide a 10 year guarantee with any installation of UPVC fascias, soffits & guttering. 

Lead Work

Lead is a highly versatile roofing material and has been regarded as one of the best roof coverings. Lead is most commonly used on a roof to seal the joints between two surfaces. This process is known as “flashing,” and acts as a barrier between your roof and brickwork. Lead roof flashing can prevent leaks, and keep your roof safe from unpredictable changes in the weather.

Lead flashing can be found in many areas throughout a house, from your walls and doors to your skylights, vents, and roof valleys. Without flashing, rainwater would just disappear into the interior of your house, causing damp, and problems with structural integrity.Lead is a valuable and popular choice for both roof repair and flashing. Leadwork is malleable, which means it can be carefully constructed into a range of different shapes. The malleability of lead makes it an unmatched substance for long performance, which means that it can be carefully constructed into a range of different shapes. Not only is lead flexible, but it’s also very durable too, due to its natural resistance to corrosion and water.

Lead also requires very little maintenance over time, which means that it could help you to save money on roof care, some lead flashing can even last for as long as 500 years. 

The benefits of Lead Work:

  • Risk reduction of cracked and damaged tiles
  • Reliability 
  • Environmentally Friendly
  • Cost Effective
  • Aesthetically Attractive 

At JDL we provide a 25 year guarantee with any lead work installation. 

New Tiled Roof

A New tiled roof is a great way to improve the energy efficiency of your home, it is a long term investment that can reduce short term costs and also create protection for health as a clean dry roof interior will not add any harmful toxins to your home’s air. You can implement the latest thermal materials, such as YBS super quilt loft insulation, or Knauf Eko roll loft insulation. Installing loft insulation can save up to 75% of the heat used in your home leading to a decrease in heating bills and carbon footprint. 


A new tiled roof can provide a sleek, tidy finish therefore creating an increase in value of your home. Estimates suggest that, when combined with other money-saving benefits of getting a new roof, resale can help to contribute to a return on the investment of a huge 60-70% meaning you’ll essentially pay only a fraction of the roof price long term, if you do decide to sell. 


At JDL we provide a vast array of concrete tiles from sandtoft double romans, marley moderns, marley mendips, rivendale and eternit tiles. All tiles are available in a large selection of colours. We also provide a wide variety of clay tiles including the classic rosemary, old english terracotta pantiles etc which also come in a large selection of colours. 


Our highly trained site surveyors will advise all of our options available best suited to your requirements. 


The benefits of a new tiled roof:

  • Cost Effectiveness 
  • Enhances the aesthetic & value of your home
  • Energy efficiency 
  • Health Benefits
  • Fire Safety 

At JDL we provide a 25 year guarantee with any installation of a new tiled roof system. 

New Slate Roofing

New Slate roofing is one of the most high-quality, popular and long-lasting methods of roofing. The main benefit proven with slate roofing is durability and longevity.  When properly maintained, slate roofs can last for decades.

Slate roofs are Naturally strong and absorb little water, they are less susceptible to leaking and frost damage than other, less durable materials.
Slate naturally forms when layers of rock are exposed to extreme pressure and heat. This property makes slate a great choice for roofing material as it reduces the chances of a building’s roof catching alight in the event of a fire.

The benefits of a slate roof:

  • Lasting protection
  • Variety of colour and sizing optionsTraditional – popular with vintage and historical restorations 
  • Fire retardant

At JDL we provide a 25 year guarantee with any installation of a new slate roof system. 

Interlocking Dry Verge Tile System,

Interlocking dry verge tile system, The Manthorpe Smartverge PVCu Dry Verge System.

Fast-fit dry verge system that provides an extremely cost-effective alternative that avoids all of the long-term maintenance problems, and the costs, that are often associated with traditional mortar bedding.

The methods of the installation of interlocking Dry verge tile system

  1. To remove all old porous mortar from the entire gable (any tiles that are cracked or damaged whilst the work is being carried out will be replaced with new)
  2. To Supply and mechanically fix 2×1 tanalised batten to the existing roof battens on the gable (if the existing roof battens are rotten or water damaged then we strongly advise for the gables to be stripped out and replaced with a new breathable pitched roof membrane and new 2×1 tanalised battens)
  3. To supply and fit new manthorpe interlocking dry verge tile systems to the gables (in a colour of the customers choice)

The benefits of the interlocking dry verge tile system

  • Maintenance free
  • Obstructs the entry of birds 
  • Prevents water damage

 
At JDL we provide a 10 year guarantee with any installation of a dry verge tile system.

Dry Ridge Tile System

A Dry Ridge Tile System, A roll Out Dry Fix Ridge Tile System is fitted mechanically and securely fixes the ridge/hip tiles onto a wide variety of pitched roofs. 

Mortar-free, dry ridge systems are also tested to withstand extreme weather conditions, and require little to no maintenance over time. There’s no doubt that dry ridge is a superior product. It is a near-permanent fix that will last for the lifespan of the entire roof.


The method of the installation of a Dry ridge tile system:

  1. To remove the existing ridge/hip lines and all of the old mortar from the entire hip/ridge lines (any cracked or damaged roof tiles/slates or ridge/hip tiles will be replaced with new).
  2. To mechanically fix all new 2×1 tanalised battens to the ridge/hip tree.
  3. To install the roll out dry ridge system to the entire ridge/hip tree.
  4. To mechanically reinstate the ridge and hip tiles using the new interlocking dry ridge and hip tile system.

The benefits of a dry ridge tile system:

  • Ventilation
  • Low maintenance
  • WeatherproofFlexibility 

At JDL we provide a 10 year guarantee with any installation of a dry ridge tile system.