Behind the tiles is a secondary line of defence: the roofing felt or membrane, held by battens that the tiles hang from. If the felt has perished or battens have rotted, tiles can slip and leaks follow.
Our staged photographs show exactly this work: the original roof, new blue breathable membrane and battens, then the re-tiled finish around roof windows.
What this service covers
- Stripping tiles and old underlay
- New breathable membrane
- New treated battens to the correct gauge
- Reinstating or replacing tiles
- Upgrading eaves protection
Signs you may need it
- Underlay crumbling or sagging in the loft
- Battens rotten or nails rusting
- Tiles slipping because battens have failed
- Draughts and dust in the loft
How we approach it
- 01
Survey
We examine underlay and battens from inside and out.
- 02
Strip
Tiles are lifted and sorted; old felt and battens removed.
- 03
Renew
New membrane and battens are installed.
- 04
Re-tile
Tiles are relaid with matching replacements and finishing details.
What affects the quotation
Your free written quotation is priced for your property and covers:
- Roof size
- Reusability of tiles
- Timber condition
- Scaffold
- Roof features like windows and chimneys
Any guarantee depends on the job and materials and is stated in your written quotation.
Roof membrane and batten replacement: common questions
Is this the same as a new roof?
It's very similar, but often reuses the existing tiles where they are in good condition.
Will my loft get colder?
No. A breathable membrane with good ventilation helps keep the roof space dry.
Can you do just one slope?
Yes, where the problem is confined to one slope.