01Cracked slates
Frost-split or slipped slates let rain onto the battens.

Roof Repairs Harrogate · Elite Roofing & Building
Slipped Welsh slate on a Victorian villa, a leak above the bay window or a garage roof that’s given up – we repair roofs of every age across Harrogate. We pinpoint the fault, show you photos and fix it properly for a fixed price.
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Repairs done right
Much of Harrogate is built from stone with natural slate roofs that have been weathering for over a century – and the town’s height means wind and frost find every weak spot. Elite Roofing & Building repairs them properly: matched slates and tiles, sound ridges, neat leadwork and chimneys that keep the rain out. We only recommend bigger work when a repair genuinely won’t last.
Book a free surveyServices
Choose the problem closest to yours to see how we fix it, or WhatsApp us a photo and we’ll take a look.
01Roof Leak RepairsLeaks followed back to where the water gets in, then fixed at the source.View service
02Slate & Tile RepairsSlipped and broken slates or tiles replaced with matching materials and secured.View service
03Ridge Tile RepairsLoose ridge and hip tiles re-bedded or fixed with a dry ridge system.View service
04Lead & Valley RepairsSplit or lifted lead and worn valleys renewed at chimneys, walls, bays and dormers.View service
05Chimney RepairsStone and brick stacks repointed, flaunching renewed and pots made secure.View service
06Flat Roof RepairsLeaking garage, dormer and extension roofs repaired, or replaced in GRP or EPDM.View service
07Storm Damage RepairsRoofs made safe and watertight after high winds, then repaired properly.View service
08Gutter & Fascia RepairsLeaking joints, sagging gutters and rotten fascias repaired to protect your stonework.View service

Small faults, early fixes
Catch these early and they’re usually a quick, affordable fix. Leave them and water reaches the timbers and ceilings below.
Slates hanging out of line or missing – common on older roofs as nails corrode.
Brown rings on bedroom ceilings or damp around a bay window.
Cracked mortar or ridge tiles that look out of line from the street.
Missing pointing, loose pots or lead coming away from the stack.
Gutters overflowing or dripping and staining the stonework.
Ponding, blisters or drips on a garage, dormer or extension.
Not sure what you’re looking at?
01 · Roof Leak Repairs
A damp patch on the ceiling is only where the water ends up. We trace it back to the real fault – a cracked slate, a tired valley, lifted lead or failed underlay – and repair that, so the leak doesn’t come back.
On tall Harrogate roofs with several slopes, valleys and chimneys, water can travel a long way before it shows. We look at the roof covering and junctions outside and the loft inside to find the entry point.
You’ll get photos of the problem and a fixed price for the repair before we start.
Typical Leak Causes
01Frost-split or slipped slates let rain onto the battens.
02Worn or debris-filled valleys overflow in heavy rain.
03Lifted lead at chimneys and walls lets driving rain in.
04Missing or perished felt can’t stop wind-blown rain.

02 · Slate & Tile Repairs
Slipped slates are one of the most common repairs we carry out in Harrogate. We replace damaged slates and tiles with matching materials and fix them securely so the gap doesn’t open up again.
On older slate roofs the original nails corrode and slates start to slide. On tiled roofs frost and wind crack and lift tiles. Either way, the gap lets rain onto the battens and felt.
We source matching natural slate – often reclaimed for period homes – or the right tile profile and colour, and check the slates and tiles around the repair before we leave.
Slate & Tile Repairs
01Refixed with slate hooks or replaced where nails have rusted.
02Cracked and frost-damaged tiles swapped for matching ones.
03Missing slates and tiles replaced after storms.
04Loose verges re-bedded or upgraded to a dry verge.
03 · Ridge Tile Repairs
Harrogate’s exposed roofs put ridge mortar under constant strain. Once it cracks, ridge tiles loosen and can blow off. We re-bed them or fit a mechanically fixed dry ridge that stays put.
Crumbling ridge mortar often turns up in the gutters first. Left alone, the ridge tiles start to rock and water gets in along the top of the roof.
We lift the loose tiles, clear out the old mortar and re-bed them, or fit a dry ridge system that clips the tiles down without relying on mortar.
Ridge Repair Options
01Ridge tiles lifted and bedded in fresh mortar.
02Mechanically fixed ridges that don’t crack or wash out.
03Hip tiles re-secured and hip irons checked.

04 · Lead & Valley Repairs
Harrogate’s period homes have lots of junctions – chimneys, valleys, bay windows and dormers – all relying on lead. When it splits or lifts, leaks follow. We renew it properly.
Lead expands and contracts with the seasons and can crack, slip out of its chase or be lifted by wind. Valleys fill with leaves and moss and overflow in heavy rain.
We replace damaged lead with the correct code and size, dress it neatly and re-chase it into the stonework, and clear, repair or renew valleys.
Leadwork & Valley Repairs
01Step and apron flashings renewed around stacks.
02Leaking lead on bay roofs repaired or re-covered.
03Valleys cleared, repaired or replaced.
04Dormer cheeks and aprons re-leaded.
05 · Chimney Repairs
Tall stone stacks are a feature of Harrogate homes – and a common source of damp. We repoint, re-flaunch and secure chimneys so they stay sound and stop letting water in.
Worn pointing, cracked flaunching, loose pots and failed lead all let rain down the stack and onto chimney breasts inside.
We inspect the chimney, explain the cause and repair it – using breathable lime-based mortars on traditional stone where appropriate.
Chimney Repairs
01Eroded joints raked out and repointed.
02Cracked flaunching renewed and pots secured.
03Unused flues capped against rain and birds.

06 · Flat Roof Repairs
From garages in Bilton to rear extensions in Pannal, flat roofs are often the first to leak. We repair them where they’re still sound and recommend GRP or EPDM only when repair won’t last.
Most flat roof leaks start at the edges, upstands or where water sits and slowly gets through old felt.
We check the covering and deck, repair splits, blisters and failed joints, and improve the drainage so water runs away.
Flat Roof Repairs
01Damaged areas cut out and repaired.
02Leaking edges and wall junctions resealed.
03Falls and outlets improved.
04Long-lasting replacement when repair isn’t worth it.
07 · Storm Damage Repairs
Harrogate sits high and catches the wind. When a storm strips slates or lifts a ridge, we make the roof safe and watertight as quickly as we can, then return for a proper repair.
Every shower after a storm soaks the exposed felt and battens. Covering the roof quickly limits the damage to ceilings and insulation.
If you’re claiming on your insurance, we’ll provide photos of the damage and a written quote to send to your insurer.
After a Storm
01Loose slates, tiles and debris secured.
02Gaps covered to stop further damage.
03Slates, ridges and lead properly replaced.
04Photos and a written quote for your claim.

08 · Gutter & Fascia Repairs
Overflowing gutters stain Harrogate stone and soak walls until damp shows inside. We repair joints, brackets and downpipes, reset sagging runs and replace rotten fascias.
A single dripping joint can keep the same patch of wall wet all winter, leading to stained stone, failed pointing and damp inside.
We fix faulty sections, correct the fall so water reaches the downpipes, and replace damaged timber fascias with UPVC where needed.
Gutter & Fascia Repairs
01Leaking unions and outlets resealed or replaced.
02Brackets replaced and the fall reset.
03Rotten boards replaced with UPVC.
Recent work
A few recent repairs – tiles replaced, chimneys repointed, flat roofs and ridges put right.





Areas we cover
We repair roofs right across HG1, HG2 and HG3 – from the Victorian streets around the Stray and Valley Gardens to the newer estates and the villages out towards Nidderdale and Pannal, including:
We also cover Ripon, Wetherby, Boroughbridge, Pateley Bridge, Otley, York and the rest of North Yorkshire.
Questions
Can’t see your question here? Give us a ring on 07482 333 160 – we’re happy to talk it through.
It depends on the fault, the roof and the access. A few slates is a small job; a valley, chimney or full ridge is more involved. After a free inspection you get a fixed written price.
Usually, yes. We source new or reclaimed natural slate to match as closely as possible – important on Harrogate’s Victorian and Edwardian homes.
Yes. Repairs in Harrogate’s conservation areas are about like-for-like materials and careful detailing, and we’ll advise if anything needs checking with North Yorkshire Council.
We inspect the roof outside and the loft inside where possible. Water often travels before it shows, so we trace it back to where it actually gets in.
Only if it’s true. If a repair will do the job, that’s what we quote for – and if the roof is failing everywhere we’ll show you the evidence.
Yes. We repair roofs on rental properties, flats and HMOs across Harrogate and can liaise with agents for access.
All our work is fully insured and our workmanship is guaranteed. We’ll explain what the guarantee covers when we quote.
Yes – WhatsApp us a few photos from the ground with your postcode and we’ll give you our thoughts before arranging a free inspection.
Usually something has finally given way – a slate slipping, lead lifting or mortar cracking. Older roofs often reach that point after a hard winter.
Where it’s safe we can usually make the roof watertight on the first visit, then complete a permanent repair if needed.
Usually the original nails have corroded – known as nail sickness. A few slates can be refixed; if it’s widespread we’ll explain the longer-term options.
Where appropriate, yes – hooks are a secure way to refix individual slates without disturbing the rest of the roof.
Dry ridge suits most tiled roofs. On some traditional slate roofs a mortar-bedded ridge is more appropriate – we’ll recommend what fits.
Yes, once the mortar fails a ridge tile can lift in high winds. Re-bedding or dry fixing stops that happening.
Yes – bay roofs are common on Harrogate homes and often leak where the lead has split or lifted. We repair or re-cover them.
Usually blocked with debris or the lining has worn through. We’ll clear it and repair or replace it.
Usually rain is getting into the stack through worn pointing, cracked flaunching, failed lead or an open flue. We’ll find the cause.
On traditional stone chimneys, yes where appropriate – it lets the stone breathe and is kinder to softer stone.
If the damage is local, yes. If the felt is failing everywhere or the deck is wet, replacement is better value.
Most repairs are completed in a day; a full replacement usually takes one to two days.
Keep clear of the area below, then call or WhatsApp us a photo. We’ll arrange to secure and cover the roof as soon as we can.
Yes – we provide photos and a written quote to support your claim.
We can repair or replace sections of older guttering, or replace it with a modern system if it’s beyond repair. We’ll talk you through the options.
Usually a blockage, a lost fall or gutters too small for the roof. We’ll find the cause and fix it.