Lead work failures account for a significant proportion of the roof leaks we investigate in Eastleigh. On the Victorian and Edwardian stock in Bishopstoke and the older parts of the town centre, original leadwork is approaching or past its design life. On the 1960s–70s post-war estates, lead was often replaced during the 1980s–90s with underweight lead or silicone-patched rather than properly renewed — both of which are now failing. We replace and install all lead work to the Lead Sheet Association specification using correct-weight lead.
Chimney Lead Work in Eastleigh
Chimney flashing failure is the most common lead work call from Eastleigh. The back gutter — the lead tray behind the chimney stack — is typically the first element to fail. We replace the full four-element lead set (front apron, side soakers, step flashings, back gutter) where the existing lead is at end of life, using code 4 lead minimum for cover flashings and code 5 for back gutters. No silicone. No lead repair tape. Correct lead work.
Valley Lead Work in Eastleigh
Lead valleys on Eastleigh's Edwardian villas and 1930s detached properties carry water off two roof pitches into a single channel. Where valley lead fails — typically at a bay joint or where the lead has pulled away from the tilt fillet — water enters the structure at the lowest point of the roof. We replace valley lead in full where a section has failed, not patch it. Patching a valley that has failed once is a temporary measure; replacement of the full valley run is the correct permanent repair.
Free survey and written quote. No call-out fee. No obligation. Call 01962 809171.
Lead Work Costs in Winchester (2025)
| Lead Work Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Full chimney lead set (4 elements) | £400–£800 |
| Valley lead replacement | £450–£900 |
| Bay roof lead replacement | £350–£650 |
| Lead re-dressing (minor) | £150–£350 |
| Parapet gutter lead | £600–£1,200 |
How We Quote Lead Work
Lead work is surveyed from a ladder or scaffold, inspecting each element individually. We confirm the lead code of the existing lead (which determines whether it has been correctly specified), the extent of failure in each element, and whether re-dressing or full replacement is appropriate. The written quote specifies the lead code to be used on every element — we never install below code 4 for flashings or below code 5 for back gutters and valleys. All Winchester lead work is installed to Lead Sheet Association specification. Free survey, written fixed-price quote. Call 01962 809171.