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Roofing Advice

Guides & advice from Fulham's roofers

Costs, repairs and honest advice on keeping a roof sound across Fulham and West London. Because every guide cites the sources behind its figures, you can check them yourself.

These guides answer the roofing questions we're asked most often. They cover what a new roof or repair costs in West London, how to spot storm and chimney problems, and how to choose a roofer you can trust. Whether you're dealing with an urgent leak or planning a full re-roof, one of them should explain what to expect.

We research each guide from published UK sources, such as trade cost guides, the Planning Portal and GOV.UK, and we link to them wherever we quote a figure or a rule. We also keep the advice focused on the period housing stock typical of Fulham and the surrounding boroughs. As a result, you get guidance you can check for yourself, rather than vague claims.

If you're not sure where to start, the guides on costs and on choosing a trustworthy roofer are a good place to begin. They answer the questions most homeowners ask first. For anything specific to your own roof, our contact page is the quickest way to reach us directly.

We publish new guides regularly, so this list keeps growing. Although we can't cover every roofing problem here, these guides are a useful starting point for understanding the roof over your head, whether it's on a Victorian terrace or a modern extension.

Written and kept up to date by the Oldfield Roofing team.

Bricklayer repointing a chimney stack on a period London property
Chimney Repairs

Chimney Repairs and Repointing in Putney and West London

What causes chimney stacks to fail on period Putney and West London homes, and how repointing, flaunching and flashing repairs put a leaking stack right.
Roofer and homeowner reviewing a written roofing quote
Choosing a Roofer

How to Choose a Roofer You Can Trust in Putney

Practical checks to make before hiring a roofer in Putney or West London — accreditation, written quotes, insurance and the right questions to ask first.
GRP fibreglass flat roof being finished on a rear extension
Flat Roofing

Felt vs GRP vs EPDM: Choosing a Flat Roof for a West London Extension

Comparing felt, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber flat roofing for extensions in Hammersmith and West London — durability, maintenance and which suits which roof.
Traditional lead flashing dressed around a chimney stack
Leadwork

A Guide to Lead Flashing and Leadwork on London Roofs

Why lead flashing matters so much on period West London roofs, how to spot when it has failed, and what a proper leadwork repair or re-leading job involves.
Finished loft conversion bedroom with dormer window
Costs & Quotes

How Much Does a Loft Conversion Cost in London? (2026 Guide)

Real, sourced 2026 London loft conversion cost figures by type — rooflight, dormer, hip-to-gable and mansard — and what pushes the price up in Chelsea.
Builder measuring roof timbers during a loft conversion
Planning & Regulations

Do You Need Planning Permission for a Loft Conversion in Fulham?

The permitted development rules for loft conversions — cubic-metre limits, dormer rules, and when a Fulham loft conversion needs full planning permission.
Roofer assessing a Putney roof to decide between repair and full replacement
New Roofs

Repair or Replace? A Homeowner's Guide to Roof Decisions

How to weigh up repairing versus replacing a roof in Putney and West London, with the practical questions that actually decide which option is right for you.
Roofer inspecting tiles on a period West London terrace roof
Planning & Regulations

Do You Need Planning Permission to Replace a Roof in West London?

A clear guide to when a roof replacement needs planning permission in West London, what counts as permitted development, and what changes in conservation areas.
Aged and sagging roof tiles on a period property needing replacement
New Roofs

7 Signs Your Roof Needs Replacing, Not Just Repairing

The warning signs that a Fulham roof has gone past economical repair, from slipped tiles to a sagging roofline, and when a full re-roof makes more sense.
Natural slate roof on a Victorian terrace with matching original detailing
New Roofs

Slate vs Tile Roofing for Victorian Terraces in Wandsworth

Natural slate versus clay and concrete tile for Victorian terraces in Wandsworth — appearance, lifespan, roof weight and conservation area material rules.
Homeowner and roofer reviewing an itemised roofing quote with VAT breakdown
Costs & Quotes

VAT and Hidden Costs on Roofing Work: What to Check in a Quote

Why roofing work is VAT-rated at 20 percent in almost every case, and the other costs — scaffolding, skip hire — a fair London roofing quote should spell out.
Close-up of a failed flat roof felt joint letting water through
Flat Roofing

Why Is My Flat Roof Leaking? Common Causes and Fixes

The most common causes of flat roof leaks on West London extensions, from failed felt joints to ponding water, and how to tell a repair from a replacement.

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