Cement Work & Roof Pointing in Hampshire

What is Roof Pointing?

Roof pointing refers to the cement mortar used to secure and seal certain parts of your roof — most commonly along the ridge (the top of the roof), at the hips (angled ridges), and at the verges (roof edges at gable ends).

This cement work has two jobs: holding tiles in place and keeping water out. When it fails, you get both security and waterproofing problems.

Signs Your Cement Work Needs Repair

Cement work deteriorates over time due to weather, movement, and age. Warning signs include:

• Cracked or crumbling cement — Visible from ground level along the ridge line.
• Loose ridge tiles — Movement visible or tiles sitting at an angle.
• Cement debris in gutters — A clear sign that pointing is breaking up.
• Gaps visible at verges — The cement seal at roof edges has failed.
• Damp after heavy rain — Water getting in through failed pointing.
• Moss lifting cement — Plant growth forcing pointing away from tiles.

Why This Work Matters

Failed roof pointing creates two types of risk:

Water damage: Once cement fails, water can track underneath tiles and into your roof space. This leads to damp, rot, and potential structural issues.

Safety hazards: Loose ridge tiles in high winds can become dangerous projectiles. We've seen tiles travel significant distances, damaging cars, conservatories, and putting people at risk.

Addressing cement work early prevents these problems and is significantly cheaper than dealing with the consequences.

Our Cement Work Services

We provide comprehensive pointing and cement work including:

• Ridge repointing — Removing old cement and resecuring ridge tiles with fresh mortar.
• Hip repairs — Addressing the angled ridges at roof corners.
• Verge pointing — Resealing the cement at gable edges.
• Dry ridge systems — Mechanical fixing alternative to cement (longer-lasting, but not suitable for all properties).
• Bedding repairs — Where tiles are bedded in mortar at specific points.

Repair vs. Replacement

Not all cement work needs complete replacement. We'll assess whether:

• Patch repairs are sufficient for isolated areas
• Repointing the entire ridge is needed
• A dry ridge system would be a better long-term solution

We'll explain the pros and cons of each option so you can make an informed choice.

Quality and Longevity

Proper cement work should last 15-20+ years. We achieve this by:

• Removing all old, failed mortar completely
• Using quality, flexible cement mixes
• Applying in appropriate weather conditions
• Finishing to a professional standard
• Allowing proper curing time

Quick fixes with inappropriate materials will fail quickly. We do the job properly so you don't need us back sooner than necessary.