Welsh slate roofing in Wonford covers both conservation of original Victorian material and upgrade re-roofing on properties moving from concrete tile to slate. We carry out nail condition surveys, re-nailing, re-slating and full slate re-roofs across Wonford with correct matching and stainless fixings throughout. Free survey. Call 01392 759 295.
Wonford’s post-war housing stock has limited original Welsh slate. The slate work we carry out in EX2 is primarily upgrade re-roofing — homeowners choosing Welsh slate when replacing the original concrete interlocking tile — and occasional repair work on pre-war properties at the older end of the suburb.
When upgrading from concrete tile to Welsh slate on a Wonford post-war semi, the re-roof specification includes full deck and batten assessment, breathable underlay, new battens at the correct gauge for the slate size, Penrhyn or Blue Bangor slate on stainless ring-shank nails, and lime mortar ridge bedding. The result is a roof with a fundamentally different performance profile from the concrete tile it replaces.
Welsh slate sourcing matters for Wonford work. We maintain supply relationships for both reclaimed material (correct for matching on period properties) and new-quarried Penrhyn and Blue Bangor slate (correct for full re-slating where matching to existing is not required). We advise on the appropriate source at every Wonford survey.
Free survey and quote — no call-out fee, no obligation.
📞 Call 01392 759 295“Nail condition survey on our Victorian slate roof in Wonford. Re-nailed two sections with stainless fixings. Honest, targeted approach.”
“Reclaimed Welsh slate sourced to match our original roof in Wonford. Correct colour and texture. Invisible repair.”
“Full re-slate on our Wonford property. Stainless ring-shank throughout, lime mortar ridge. 10-year guarantee issued.”
Re-nailing from £300. Full re-slate on a 3-bed: £8,000–£13,000. Free survey. Call 01392 759 295.
Yes — we source reclaimed and quarried Welsh slate matched to the original quarry region.
Depends on the extent of nail sickness. We survey and give an honest recommendation. Re-nailing is significantly cheaper where it is appropriate.
150–200+ years correctly maintained. Devon’s climate does not affect the slate itself — only the fixings, battens and mortar require periodic attention.
Stainless ring-shank nails as standard. Both provide indefinite corrosion resistance in Devon’s climate.
Like-for-like replacement is permitted development. Material changes in conservation areas require prior notification. We advise at survey.
10-year workmanship guarantee on all slate work. Call 01392 759 295.
No call-out fee. No obligation. Local Exeter roofers who turn up when they say they will.
01392 759 295