Lead Work North Devon

This is used to seal the joints between different parts of the roof, such as where the roof meets a wall or chimney.

Lead flashing

Lead flashing is a process used to seal the joints between different roof parts, such as where the roof meets a wall or chimney. The purpose of lead flashing is to prevent water from penetrating the roof and causing damage to the building.

Here is the general process for installing lead flashing:

1. Measure and cut the lead to the appropriate size and shape.
2. Clean and prepare the surface where the lead will be installed. This may include removing old flashing or any debris that could interfere with the installation.
3. Install a base flashing, which is a strip of lead that covers the lower portion of the joint. This helps to direct water away from the joint.
4. Install the main flashing, which covers the rest of the joint. The main flashing should overlap the base flashing and be secured with nails or other fasteners.
5. Install counterflashing, a strip of lead or other material covering the joint’s upper portion. The counterflashing should overlap the main flashing and be secured with nails or other fasteners.
6. Seal the joints between the different flashing pieces with a waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight seal.

This is used to cover large areas of the roof, providing a durable, watertight surface.

Lead sheeting

Lead sheeting covers large roof areas with lead, providing a durable, watertight surface. Lead sheeting is often used on flat or low-sloped roofs, as well as on walls and other vertical surfaces.

Here is the general process for installing lead sheeting:

1. Measure and cut the lead sheets to the appropriate size and shape.
2. Clean and prepare the surface where the lead sheets will be installed. This may include removing debris or old roofing materials that could interfere with the installation.
3. Install a base layer of lead sheets overlapping the sheets by at least 50mm (2 inches) to ensure a watertight seal. The base layer should be secured in place with nails or other fasteners.
4. Install additional layers of lead sheets as needed, overlapping the sheets in the same way as the base layer.
5. Seal the joints between the different lead sheets with a waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight seal.

These are used to collect and channel rainwater away from the roof and the building.

Lead gutters and downpipes

Lead gutters and downpipes collect and channel rainwater away from the roof and the building. Lead gutters are installed along the edges of the roof, and downpipes are installed along the walls of the building to carry the water from the gutters to the ground.

Here is the general process for installing lead gutters and downpipes:

1. Measure and cut the lead sheets to the appropriate size and shape for the gutters and downpipes.
2. Clean and prepare the surfaces where the gutters and downpipes will be installed. This may include removing debris or old roofing materials that could interfere with the installation.
3. Install hangers or brackets to support the gutters. The hangers or brackets should be spaced at regular intervals along the gutter’s length and secured to the roof or wall with screws or other fasteners.
4. Install the gutters by attaching the lead sheets to the hangers or brackets. The gutters should be level and slope slightly towards the downpipes to ensure proper drainage.
5. Install the downpipes by attaching the lead sheets to the wall of the building. The downpipes should be secured in place with brackets or other fasteners.
6. Seal the joints between the different pieces of lead with a waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight seal.

These are used to cover the tops of timber rafters, providing a waterproof barrier and protecting the rafters from weathering.

Lead soakers 

Lead soakers cover the tops of timber rafters, providing a waterproof barrier and protecting the rafters from weathering. Lead soakers are commonly used on pitched roofs and installed under tiles or other roofing materials.

Here is the general process for installing lead soakers:

1. Measure and cut the soakers’ lead sheets to the appropriate size and shape.
2. Clean and prepare the surface where the soakers will be installed. This may include removing debris or old roofing materials that could interfere with the installation.
3. Install the lead soakers by attaching them to the tops of the timber rafters. The soakers should be secured in place with nails or other fasteners.
4. Seal the joints between the different pieces of lead with a waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight seal.

These are used to cover the base of a chimney, protecting the chimney from water damage.

Lead aprons

Lead aprons are used to cover the base of a chimney, protecting the chimney from water damage. Lead aprons are typically installed on pitched roofs, positioned under the tiles or other roofing material.

Here is the general process for installing lead aprons:

1. Measure and cut the lead sheets to the appropriate size and shape for the aprons.
2. Clean and prepare the surface where the aprons will be installed. This may include removing debris or old roofing materials that could interfere with the installation.
3. Install the lead aprons by attaching them to the base of the chimney. The aprons should be secured in place with nails or other fasteners.
4. Seal the joints between the different pieces of lead with a waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight seal.

Provide a watertight seal around the edges of dormer windows and bay windows, protecting the building from water damage.

Lead dormer and bay window coverings

Lead dormer and bay window coverings provide a watertight seal around the edges of dormer windows and bay windows, protecting the building from water damage. Lead is a common material used for these coverings because it is durable and can be shaped to fit a wide range of sizes and shapes.

Here is the general process for installing lead dormer and bay window coverings:

1. Measure the size and shape of the dormer or bay window to determine the size and shape of the required lead coverings.
2. Cut the lead sheets to the appropriate size and shape using lead shears or a lead knife.
3. Install a base flashing, a strip of lead covering the window’s lower portion. This helps to direct water away from the window.
4. Install the main flashing, which covers the rest of the window. The main flashing should overlap the base flashing and be secured with nails or other fasteners.
5. Install counterflashing, a strip of lead or other material covering the window’s upper portion. The counterflashing should overlap the main flashing and be secured with nails or other fasteners.
6. Seal the joints between the different flashing pieces with a waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight seal.

Allows the exact size and shape of lead required for your roofing projects.

Custom lead units for builders and developers

At SNR Roofing, we provide custom lead units for builders and developers, as this allows the exact size and shape of lead required for your roofing projects. To create custom lead units, we follow these general steps:

1. Measure the area where the lead units will be installed to determine the size and shape of the needed units.
2. Cut the lead sheets to the appropriate size and shape using lead shears or a lead knife.
3. Join the pieces of lead together using lead welding or lead soldering.
4. Smooth and finish the lead units as needed, using a lead screed or a lead file.
5. Install the lead units according to the manufacturer’s instructions and best practices for lead work.