Why slates and tiles slip on Cotswold roofs, what you can check safely from the ground, and when to call a roofer. Plain advice, no sales.
Why roofs leak around chimneys, how to narrow down the cause safely, and what a roofer will do. Advice for Cotswold stone and slate houses.
How moss and frost damage Cotswold stone slates, how to spot decay early, and how to keep a stone roof in good order for longer.
When roof work on a listed building or in a conservation area needs consent, how to apply, urgent repairs, and how Building Regulations apply.
Check a roofer before you hire: Companies House, NFRC, Competent Person Scheme, TrustMark, insurance, written quotes and safe payments.
Should you use reclaimed or new Cotswold stone slates? Heritage guidance, matching the stone, theft risks and what to ask your roofer.
Guides
Plain guides to common problems, the rules and how to check a firm. Each guide lists its sources.