Lead Work Badger Farm

How We Carry Out Lead Work Work in Badger Farm

Badger Farm's 1970s–80s chalk downland properties present specific lead work requirements. The flat roof extensions at or past end of felt life here means lead work work in Badger Farm follows a slightly different approach to estates without this characteristic. Our Winchester team carries matching materials for Badger Farm's concrete interlocking stock and attends Badger Farm regularly.

1. 1.Free survey — inspect all lead elements including soaker presence
2. 2.Confirm lead code appropriate to position (code 4 flashings, code 5 valleys and back gutters)
3. 3.Quote covering all elements within the same scaffold erection
4. 4.Strip failed lead back to clean masonry
5. 5.Cut new lead to correct gauge with thermal movement allowance
6. 6.Fit stainless lead clips at maximum 450mm centres
7. 7.Set lead into chases and point with appropriate mortar
8. 8.Inspect and test after first significant rainfall

Typical cost: £150–£900. Free survey and fixed-price written quote.

What Badger Farm Properties Need for Lead Work

Badger Farm was built primarily 1970s–80s chalk downland. The dominant roofing material is concrete interlocking. The lead work on most Badger Farm properties is 45–55 years old. Properties on Badger Farm Road, Swanmore Road are representative of the typical Badger Farm housing stock.

The chalk downland, drier conditions in Badger Farm affect how quickly roofing elements deteriorate. Specifically, the flat roof extensions at or past end of felt life creates maintenance requirements that differ from Winchester estates in more sheltered or drier positions. We account for this in both the specification and the survey schedule we recommend for Badger Farm properties.

Lead Work Cost Guide — Badger Farm

What Every Survey Covers in Badger Farm

• ✓All elevations inspected from ladder — every concrete interlocking tile and mortar element
• ✓Lead flashings assessed — 45–55 years old lead is the primary maintenance item for most Badger Farm properties
• ✓Ridge and hip mortar condition — checked against the flexible mortar specification
• ✓Gutter condition and fall — cleared and tested on maintenance visits
• ✓Loft inspection where accessible — felt and structural condition
• ✓Written condition report — yours regardless of whether you proceed