St Thomas’s Victorian terraces along Cowick Street and the streets behind the station carry original Welsh slate roofs that in many cases have been in service since the 1870s–1890s. Re-roofing these properties correctly — matching Welsh slate, lime mortar, stainless fixings — preserves both their appearance and their performance. Free survey, no call-out fee. Call 01392 759 295.
St Thomas’s high concentration of Victorian terrace housing means re-roofing demand in EX4 is consistent. The original Welsh slate on most properties is still structurally sound — the limiting factors are nail condition (steel nails from 1960s repairs have nail sickness), batten condition (gutter overflow on riverside properties has caused rafter foot and batten deterioration), and lead flashing fatigue after 80–120 years of thermal cycling. We survey all three before recommending re-roof rather than continued repair.
The Exe riverside position in parts of St Thomas creates a specific re-roofing consideration: elevated ambient humidity means breathable underlay is not optional on any St Thomas re-roof. Non-breathable felt underlay installed on a riverside St Thomas property produces interstitial condensation in the roof void that accelerates batten deterioration. We specify breathable membrane throughout on all St Thomas re-roofs.
Welsh slate is the correct material for St Thomas Victorian re-roofs. Concrete interlocking tile on a Victorian terrace roofline creates an immediate visual inconsistency and reduces the property’s character. Clay tile is an acceptable alternative where Welsh slate supply is limited. We specify the material at the survey stage based on planning position, budget and the homeowner’s horizon.
Free survey and quote — no call-out fee, no obligation.
📞 Call 01392 759 295“Re-roof on our Cowick Street terrace. Welsh slate matched, breathable underlay specified correctly for the riverside position. Excellent result.”
“Honest survey first. They told us the slate was still good and it was the nails and battens driving the need. Re-roofed to the correct standard.”
“10-year guarantee issued on completion. Clean site every day. Turned up when they said they would.”
Welsh slate re-roof on a standard St Thomas Victorian terrace costs £7,500–£12,000. Free survey. Call 01392 759 295.
Yes — the Exe riverside humidity makes breathable membrane essential on St Thomas re-roofs to prevent interstitial condensation.
Typically 5–7 days for a standard 3-bed terrace. We provide a day-by-day programme.
Yes — we source reclaimed and quarried Welsh slate to match the original material on St Thomas Victorian stock.
Like-for-like replacement is generally permitted. Material changes require prior notification. We advise at survey.
Nail sickness in 1960s repair sections, batten deterioration from riverside humidity, and progressive lead flashing failure are the three main drivers.
Yes — 10-year workmanship guarantee. Call 01392 759 295.
No call-out fee. No obligation. Local Exeter roofers who turn up when they say they will.
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