Whipton is a large post-war suburban area in north-east Exeter, predominantly developed in the 1950s through to 1980s. It has one of the highest concentrations of ageing concrete interlocking tile in the city, and nail sickness surveys and re-roofs are among the most common jobs we undertake in Exeter.
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Learn more →Whipton’s housing stock is almost entirely post-war, with the majority of properties built in concrete interlocking tile during the 1950s–80s. The early post-war stock used iron nails which are now at or beyond their service life in many properties. The 1970s–80s expansion continued this pattern. The suburb’s street layout — uniform semi-detached and detached houses on residential roads — means the roofing challenges are consistent and predictable.
Whipton is relatively sheltered within the Exe Valley bowl, but the plateau position on which the later estates are built gives some properties significant south-westerly exposure. Ridge tiles on west-facing slopes are a recurring call from Whipton after autumn and winter storms.
Nail sickness across Whipton’s concrete tile estates is the single most common roofing issue we encounter in this area. When properties on the same street start showing tile slippage within a few years of each other, it reflects the uniform construction date of the estate and the concurrent failure of original iron fixings. We survey, explain clearly, and provide honest options.
“Nail sickness survey and re-roof on our 1960s semi in Whipton. The whole job done in four days. Clear communication throughout.”
“Ridge tiles on our 1970s house had been progressively failing. They re-bedded the full ridge in one day. No more issues in two winters since.”
“Moss removal and biocide on our north-facing slope. Roof looks completely different. Annual maintenance now arranged.”
Yes — Whipton’s post-war concrete tile stock is at peak nail-sickness age. Multiple tiles slipping from the same roof plane is the key sign.
From £5,500–£8,000 for a standard 3-bed semi. Free survey. Call 01392 759 295.
Yes — all Whipton streets and surrounding Beacon Heath within EX1.
Yes. Call 01392 759 295.
Yes — Whipton's post-war and 1960s estates have a high concentration of concrete interlocking tile roofs that are entering their peak nail-failure phase. Nail sickness manifests as multiple tiles slipping on the same roof plane. We survey the full extent before advising on repair or replacement.
Yes — Pinhoe, Stoke Hill, Mincinglake and surrounding EX1/EX4 areas. Call 01392 759 295 to confirm your address.
Look for multiple tiles that have slipped down the roof plane, particularly in parallel rows. A single slipped tile is usually just a dislodged fixing; multiple tiles in the same area suggest the nails are corroding throughout that section.
No call-out fees. No obligation. An honest quote from a roofer who turns up when they say.
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