Felt roof repair in Exeter
Professional felt roof repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£260
Typical Duration
2-5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Felt roof leaks repaired with patches or section replacement. Quick fix for small damage, honest advice when full replacement makes more sense.
Stop That Leak Before It Gets Worse
Felt roofs leak. Usually starts small - a split or blister you barely notice. Then the water gets in, soaks the boards underneath, ruins your ceiling, and suddenly a cheap patch job has become an expensive replacement.
💡 Pro tip: Felt roofs need checking every few years. Catching small problems early means a simple patch instead of full replacement. I'll tell you honestly which you need.
Patch or Replace? Here's How To Tell
Not every leak needs a whole new roof.
| ✅ Worth Patching | ❌ Needs Replacing |
|---|---|
| Single split or small damaged area | Felt brittle and cracking all over |
| Recent quality felt, isolated damage | Old felt, multiple leaks appearing |
| Quick fix extends life by years | Patch is temporary, full replacement due |
| Cost-effective repair | Throwing good money after bad |
What You Get
🔧 Felt Roof Repair Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Find leak source, check overall felt condition |
| Advise | Honest opinion: patch or replace? |
| Repair | Patch leak properly OR replace felt section |
| Test | Check repair is watertight, advise on maintenance |
📦 You're Left With
- Watertight roof (for now or for years, depending on repair type)
- Honest assessment of how long fix will last
- Advice on next steps
- No more water coming in
Pricing Guide
| Repair Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small patch (single split/blister) | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Larger repair or multiple patches | 3 hrs | £160 |
| Re-felt small shed/garage roof | 4-5 hrs | £210-£260 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Materials (felt, adhesive) included for patches, quoted for full re-felts.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Water coming in - damp patch on ceiling underneath
✅ Split or blister visible - you can see the damage
✅ After storm damage - wind caught a loose edge
✅ Buying time - need a temporary fix before full replacement
Why Choose Us for Felt roof repair in Exeter?
Stops leaks quickly and effectively
Extends life of existing roof
Prevents water damage inside
Honest advice on patch vs full replacement
What to Expect
Step 1: Find The Leak
I check the roof to find where water's getting in. Sometimes the leak shows up inside nowhere near where water enters - felt roofs are sneaky like that.
Step 2: Honest Assessment
I'll tell you if a patch will actually work or if you're wasting money. If the felt's done, I'll say so - no point patching a roof that needs replacing.
Step 3: Repair
Patch small damage properly with felt patches and adhesive. Larger issues might need a section replaced. I'll do whatever makes sense.
🔧 DIY Tips
Felt roof work is doable DIY if you're practical and the roof's accessible:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Replacement roof felt
- Cold felt adhesive or torch-on felt (if you know what you're doing)
- Stanley knife with sharp blades
- Brush for adhesive
- Roller for pressing felt down
- Scissors for trimming
- Paint scraper for prep
🔍 Finding the leak
- Wet patch inside is rarely directly under the leak point
- Water runs along boards before dripping through
- Check uphill from the wet patch
- Look for splits, blisters, failed seams
- Pooling water is a sign of poor drainage
🩹 Patching properly
- Clean area around damage thoroughly
- Cut patch at least 100mm bigger than damage all round
- Dry the area completely (crucial)
- Apply generous adhesive to roof and patch
- Press down firmly, roll out air bubbles
- Second patch on top, overlapping first, for security
- Seal edges well with more adhesive
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Patching over damp felt (won't stick)
- Patch too small (edges lift, water gets under)
- Skimping on adhesive
- Not cleaning surface first
- Trying to patch felt that's too far gone
- Not rolling out air bubbles (cause blisters)
💡 Pro trick: For small splits, clean them out, fill with roof sealant first, then patch over the top. Belt and braces approach that works well. And always do patches in dry weather - felt and water don't mix during repairs.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Pooling water on your felt roof? That's a drainage problem. Flat roofs need a slight fall (slope) to shed water. If water's sitting there, the roof structure probably needs attention - talk to me about proper solutions.
Cold applied vs torch-on felt? For DIY patches, use cold applied adhesive. Torch-on felt needs a blowtorch and experience - easy to set fire to things or burn through the felt. Leave that to professionals.
Full replacement needed? If the roof's done, I can quote for complete re-felting. Sometimes that's the only sensible option, and trying to patch just delays the inevitable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you patch a felt roof or does the whole thing need replacing?
Depends on the damage and the roof's condition. Small splits or blisters I can patch effectively. If the felt's old and brittle all over, or there are multiple leaks, you're better off replacing the whole covering. I'll tell you honestly which makes sense.
How long will a felt roof repair last?
A proper patch on good quality felt can last years. But if the felt's old and degraded, patches are a temporary fix - you're buying time, not a permanent solution. I'll tell you what to expect.
What causes felt roofs to leak?
Usually splits from movement or weathering, blisters from trapped moisture, or failed joints/seams. Pooling water speeds up deterioration - flat roofs should never actually be flat, they need a slight fall to drain.
Do you repair garage roofs and shed roofs too?
Absolutely - same principles apply whether it's a house extension, garage, shed, or porch. Felt is felt. I'll sort whatever needs doing.
How long does felt roof repair take?
Simple patch job might be 2 hours. Larger repairs or multiple patches take longer. Full re-felting a small garage/shed roof could be 4-5 hours depending on size.
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