07498 302849 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 9am–2pm · Emergency repairs available AboutServices Areas Our WorkReviewsContact07498 302849Get a Free Quote - Home - Roofing Services - Lead WorkLead Work · Perth & Perthshire # Professional Lead Workin Perthshire Flashings, valleys, chimney lead work and specialist lead work, including Level 1 lead welding. Get a Free Quote Call Craig: 07498 302849 4.8 out of 5 on Google Reviews Up to 15-year guarantees £10m insured Public liability insurance up to £10 million Up to 15 years Up to 15-year guarantees Approved installer Armourplan, Fatra, Sarnafil Free quotes Free, no-obligation quotes 4.8 / 5 4.8 out of 5 on Google Reviews Service overview ## What Is Lead Work? Lead work is the waterproofing at the joins on a roof: flashings where the roof meets a wall or chimney, lead-lined valleys where two slopes meet, and chimney lead. Ericht Roofing carries out flashings, valleys, chimney lead work and specialist lead work, including Level 1 lead welding. ### Who it's for It's for homeowners with leaks around chimneys, damp patches on chimney breasts or walls next to the roof, failing valleys, or lead that has cracked, lifted or been stolen. ### When you need it You need lead work when you see damp appearing around a chimney breast, when lead flashings are loose or cracked, when valleys are letting water in, or when a roof is being replaced and the lead needs renewing too. ### Why professional help matters Many roof leaks don't come from the slates at all; they come from the joins. Lead needs to be dressed and fixed correctly to shed water. Julie L. described the team as 'extremely good at their job'. The cost of waiting ## What Happens If It's Ignored Failed lead lets water run straight into the most vulnerable parts of a roof: the junctions. Because it enters at a join, it often shows up somewhere unexpected inside. ### Risks and damage - Damp patches on chimney breasts and walls beside the roof. - Water running into roof timbers at valley junctions. - Internal plaster and decoration damaged, often repeatedly. - Sealant 'fixes' that fail and hide the real problem. ### Common mistakes - Covering cracked lead with mastic or tape instead of renewing it. - Assuming a leak near a chimney must be the slates. - Leaving loose flashings that let wind drive rain behind them. - Hiring someone without lead experience for detailed chimney work. Our process ## How Craig Does the Job - 01 ### Step 1 – Inspection Craig visits, looks at the roof himself and takes photos so you can see what he sees. - 02 ### Step 2 – Diagnosis He explains what's wrong, what it will take to fix, and gives you a clear, free, no-obligation quote. - 03 ### Step 3 – Service execution Failed lead is removed and new flashings, valley linings or chimney lead are dressed, fixed and, where needed, welded. - 04 ### Step 4 – Testing and checks Every lead detail is checked to make sure it sheds water away from the junction before the job is signed off. - 05 ### Step 5 – Completion and guarantee The site is left tidy and the work is backed by a guarantee of up to 15 years. What you get ## The Benefits ### Speed Direct contact with Craig means lead problems can be priced and booked quickly. ### Safety Work is covered by public liability insurance up to £10 million. ### Longevity Correctly dressed and fixed lead lasts, and work comes with guarantees of up to 15 years. ### Cost savings Fixing the junction stops repeat damage to plaster and decoration inside. ### Reliability Customers describe the team as punctual and hard working. - ### Peace of mind You'll see photos of the problem and know exactly what has been renewed. In detail ## Lead Work: The Detail ### Lead flashings Flashings seal the gap where a roof meets a vertical surface such as a wall, dormer or chimney. When they crack or come loose, water runs straight behind them. ### Lead valleys Where two roof slopes meet, a valley carries a large volume of water. Lead-lined valleys need to be laid correctly to cope with it. ### Chimney lead work Chimneys have several lead details: front apron, side flashings and back gutter. Any one failing can cause damp on the chimney breast inside. ### Specialist lead work and Level 1 lead welding Craig carries out specialist lead work, including Level 1 lead welding, for details that need more than standard dressing. ### Lead work across Perthshire and Angus Lead work is carried out in Perth, Blairgowrie, Dundee, Pitlochry, Alyth, Coupar Angus, Aberfeldy and surrounding areas. ### How lead keeps water out Lead is used at the junctions of a roof because it can be shaped to fit around chimneys, walls and valleys and it lasts. It works by directing water away from the join and onto the roof covering. When lead cracks, lifts or is fixed badly, water runs behind it instead. ### Chimney details A chimney has several lead details working together: an apron at the front, stepped flashings down the sides, and a back gutter behind. If any one of these fails, you may see damp patches on the chimney breast inside, often some distance from where the water is getting in. ### Why sealant isn't a fix Mastic and tape are sometimes used to cover cracked or lifted lead. They can hold for a short while but break down in sunlight and frost, and they often hide the real problem until more damage has been done. Renewing the lead properly is the lasting fix. ### Lead welding Some lead details, complex shapes, gutters and areas where joins would otherwise be needed, benefit from welding rather than just dressing. Craig carries out Level 1 lead welding as part of his specialist lead work. ### Lead with a new roof When a roof is being replaced or reslated, it's the right time to renew the lead too. Old lead left in place on a new roof can become the weak point. ### What to expect from your free quote When you get in touch, Craig arranges a time to come and look at the roof. He'll go up, look at the problem properly and take photos so you can see exactly what he's seen, which matters on a part of your home you can't easily check yourself. You'll then get a clear price for the work, with no pressure and no obligation to go ahead. If something can be repaired rather than replaced, he'll tell you. If the roof is beyond repair, he'll explain why. ### Why a small, owner-led team makes a difference Ericht Roofing is a small, hands-on team led by Craig. That means the person who quotes your job is the person responsible for doing it, and the person you phone if you have a question. There's no hand-off between a salesperson and a subcontractor you've never met. Customers pick up on this in their reviews: they describe Craig as honest, genuine, punctual and hard working, and many come back to him for further work. ### Preparing for the work Before work starts, Craig will talk you through what's happening and roughly how long it will take. It helps to clear access to the side of the house where the work is being done, move cars away from the driveway if materials need to be dropped there, and let neighbours know if access passes their property. Throughout the job the team keeps the site tidy, a point customers mention again and again. Covering Perthshire, Angus, Perth, Blairgowrie, Dundee, Pitlochry, Alyth, Coupar Angus and Aberfeldy. Back to the Ericht Roofing homepage. “Would thoroughly recommend Ericht Roofing. They are extremely good at their job, very punctual and hard working.”Julie L. · Google review FAQ ## Lead Work Questions Do you do chimney lead work?Yes, including flashings around chimneys. Do you do chimney lead work?Yes, including flashings around chimneys. Do you do lead welding?Yes. Craig carries out specialist lead work including Level 1 lead welding. My chimney breast is damp. Is it the lead?It often is, but it can have other causes. Craig will inspect it and show you photos of what he finds. Can cracked lead be patched with sealant?Sealant may hold for a short time, but it breaks down in sun and frost and often hides the real problem. Renewing the lead properly is the lasting fix. Should the lead be renewed when my roof is replaced?Usually, yes. Leaving old lead on a new roof can make it the weak point. Craig will advise on this when he quotes for the roof. How much will it cost?Every roof is different, so Craig prices each job after seeing it. The quote is free and no-obligation, and customers have described the pricing as reasonable and competitive. You get a clear figure before any work starts. Is the work guaranteed?Yes. Work comes with guarantees of up to 15 years. Craig will confirm the guarantee that applies to your job when he gives you the quote. Are you insured?Yes. Ericht Roofing holds public liability insurance up to £10 million. Do you offer emergency call-outs?Emergency roof repairs are available. If water is coming in, phone Craig directly on 07498 302849 rather than sending the form. Which areas do you cover?Ericht Roofing is based near Perth and works across Perthshire and Angus, including Perth, Blairgowrie, Dundee, Pitlochry, Alyth, Coupar Angus and Aberfeldy. ## Related Services ### Roof Valley & Leak Repairs Leaking valleys found and fixed properly, not just patched. Roof Valley & Leak Repairs details ### Full Re-Roofs Complete re-roofs on houses and bungalows, from strip-off to finish. Full Re-Roofs details ### Slate Roof Replacement & Reslating Slate roof replacement and reslating, including conservatories. Slate Roof Replacement & Reslating details £10m insured · Up to 15-year guarantees · Contact page ## Stop Leaks at the Joins Craig will come out, look at the roof himself and give you a clear price. No pressure, no obligation. Get a Free Quote 07498 302849 A small, owner-led roofing business based in Perthshire. You deal with Craig from quote to finish. ### Contact 07498 302849 - erichtroofing@hotmail.com - 2 Park Grove, Spittalfield, Perth, Perth & Kinross - Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm - Saturday: 9:00am – 2:00pm - Sunday: Closed ### Services - Flat Roofing - Flat Roof Replacement & Renewal - Full Re-Roofs - Slate Roof Replacement & Reslating - Lead Work - Roof Valley & Leak Repairs - General Roof Repairs - Emergency Roof Repairs - Remedial Roofing ### Areas - Roofer Perthshire - Roofer Angus - Roofer Perth - Roofer Blairgowrie - Roofer Dundee - Roofer Pitlochry - Roofer Alyth - Roofer Coupar Angus - Roofer Aberfeldy Facebook Google © 2026 Ericht Roofing. 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