Leadwork Specialists
Leadwork Specialists in Sussex & South East England
Chimney flashings, bay and porch roofs, dormers, valleys, gutters and flat lead roofs, made and fitted by a family-run firm with over 35 years' experience.
- Free written quotes
- No call-out charges
- Open 7 days, 7am to 6pm
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- 35+ Years' ExperienceFamily-run roofing company
- Free Written QuotesKnow the price before you decide
- No Call-Out ChargesAnd no hidden costs
- Open 7 Days7am to 6pm, every day
- Leadwork SpecialistsMade and fitted by us
Why Lead
The Joins That Keep Your Roof Dry
Lead seals the joins on a roof, wherever it meets a chimney, a wall, a window or another slope. Those joins are where most leaks start. Fitted in the right code with proper laps and fixings, leadwork lasts for generations, and it's what we do best.
We cut, boss and weld every piece ourselves, finish new lead with patination oil to stop white staining, and always tell you which code of lead we're using and why.
- Lasts for generations
- Shaped to fit any detail
- Suits period and modern homes
- Fully recyclable
Our Leadwork Services
Every Piece of Lead on Your Roof
Choose a service to see what's involved, the signs to look out for and answers to common questions.
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Chimney Flashing
New lead aprons, step flashings and back gutters, cut to your chimney and pointed in properly.
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Lead Bay & Porch Roofs
Bay windows and porch canopies covered in lead, bossed by hand for a neat, watertight finish.
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Dormer Leadwork
Lead-clad cheeks, flat tops and aprons for loft conversions and older dormers that leak.
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Lead Valleys & Gutters
Lead-lined valleys, parapet and box gutters, laid with the right laps, fixings and falls.
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Flat Lead Roofs
Traditional lead flat roofs laid with rolls and drips, built to move with the seasons and last for generations.
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Leadwork Repairs
Split, slipped or stolen lead, loose wedges and failed pointing, repaired or replaced.
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Builder or Roofer? We Make Leadwork to Measure
Send us your sizes and we'll fabricate chimney flashing sets, bay covers, dormer cheeks, lead slates and more, ready for your team to fit. Or we'll fit it ourselves.
Trade orders
Lead Codes
Which Lead Code Is Right?
Lead sheet is sold by code. The higher the code, the thicker and heavier the lead. Each roll carries a coloured stripe along its edge, so the code is easy to check on site.
| Code | Thickness | Weight | Colour mark | Typical uses |
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| Code 3 | 1.32 mm | 15.0 kg/m² | Green | Soakers and light-duty work |
| Code 4 | 1.80 mm | 20.4 kg/m² | Blue | Flashings, step flashings, small valleys and gutters, dormer cheeks |
| Code 5 | 2.24 mm | 25.4 kg/m² | Red | Back gutters, parapet gutters, larger valleys, bay roofs and small flat roofs |
| Code 6 | 2.65 mm | 30.1 kg/m² | Black | Larger flat roofs and gutters |
| Code 7 | 3.15 mm | 35.7 kg/m² | White | Heavy-duty flat roofs and gutters |
| Code 8 | 3.55 mm | 40.3 kg/m² | Orange | Heavy-duty and heritage work |
Typical uses only. The right code depends on the size of each piece and where it sits on the roof. Thicknesses and weights are for rolled lead sheet to BS EN 12588.
Why Choose Us
Why Homeowners and Builders Choose SE Lead Works
A family-run firm with over 35 years on the tools, and leadwork at the heart of everything we do.
Leadwork Specialists
Lead is our main trade. We cut, boss and weld it ourselves, for our own jobs and for the trade.
Family-Run, 35+ Years
A family business with thousands of roofing jobs behind it, from small repairs to complete re-roofs.
Free Written Quotes
A clear price in writing before any work starts, so you can decide with no pressure.
No Hidden Costs
No call-out charges and no surprise extras on the bill.
Open 7 Days a Week
Call or message any day from 7am to 6pm, and we'll get back to you.
Supply or Supply and Fit
Builders and roofers can order made-to-measure lead, ready to fit.
Leaking Chimney, Bay or Dormer?
We'll find where the water is getting in and quote to put it right. No call-out charge.
How It Works
Getting Your Roof Sorted in 4 Simple Steps
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Get in Touch
Call, WhatsApp or send the form with a few details, and photos if you have them.
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We Take a Look
We come and look at the roof. There's no call-out charge.
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Free Written Quote
You get a clear, written price, with no hidden costs.
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Job Done
We book in a date that suits you and get the work done.
FAQs
Leadwork Questions
Can't see your question? Give us a call or send a WhatsApp and we'll help.
How long does leadwork last?
Fitted in the right code with proper fixings, leadwork lasts for generations. Lead that fails early is usually too thin for the job, laid in pieces that are too big, or fixed so it can't move.
Do you supply lead without fitting it?
Yes. We make up leadwork for builders, roofers and other trades from their measurements. See our made-to-measure page.
Why is there white staining below new lead?
Fresh lead can wash a white residue onto the brickwork or tiles below while it weathers. Patination oil, applied when the lead is fitted, stops it happening.
Do you charge for quotes or call-outs?
No. Quotes are free and written, with no hidden costs or call-out charges.
Areas We Cover
Leadwork Across Sussex and South East England
Based in Sussex, we work across South East England, including the areas below. If you're nearby and don't see your area, just ask.