Mortar cracked or missing at the roof edge
The cement along the gable end breaks up with age and frost, leaving the edge tiles loose.
Roofers Walkden · Dry Verge
Local Dry Verge Installation and Replacement in Walkden
Mortar cracking and falling from the edge of your roof, or old dry verge caps that have come loose? Our Walkden roofers fit new dry verge systems and replace damaged ones, so the roof edge stays secure with no mortar to maintain.
- Fully insured
- Work guaranteed
- Free written quotes
Free
Roof inspections and quotes
Fixed
Written prices before we start
Insured
Fully insured roofers
M28
Based in Walkden
Do you need it?
Signs you need dry verge installation or replacement
Seen any of these? Have it looked at while it is still a small job. Inspections and written quotes are free.
Lumps of mortar on the path or drive
Pieces falling from the verge are a hazard, and a sign the rest is on its way out.
Loose, cracked or missing verge caps
Older dry verge units can crack or work loose in high winds and need replacing.
M28
based in
Walkden
Walkden
What's included
Dry Verge Installation and Replacement by Walkden roofers
We are a roofing team based on Walkden Road. You get photos of the problem, a fixed written price and the job done properly.
- Old mortar removed — cracked verge cement taken off and the edge tiles checked and re-fixed.
- Dry verge caps fitted — interlocking caps fixed mechanically along the gable end, with no mortar to crack.
- Damaged units replaced — cracked, loose or missing caps on an existing dry verge swapped for new.
- Colour to suit the roof — caps chosen to go with your tiles and roofline.
- Ridge done at the same time — if the ridge mortar has gone too, we can fit a dry ridge to match.
How it works
How our Walkden roofers work: 4 simple steps
Get in touch
Call, email or fill in the form above.
Free roof inspection
We look at the roof and explain your options.
Fixed written quote
A clear price with no hidden extras.
Work completed
Tidy, guaranteed work on the agreed day.
Areas we cover
Dry Verge Installation across Walkden and nearby
Walkden grew up as a coal mining town, and its oldest housing is the rows of brick terraces built in the years when the pits were working. Roofs of that age are typically slate, with brick chimney stacks and lead flashing that have been in place for a very long time.
We are based at 91a Walkden Road in Walkden, so Worsley, Little Hulton, Boothstown, Swinton and Farnworth are all a short drive.
Areas and postcodes
- Walkden and Linnyshaw M28
- Worsley, Roe Green and Ellenbrook M28
- Boothstown and Mosley Common M28
- Little Hulton M38
- Swinton, Pendlebury and Wardley M27
- Farnworth and Kearsley BL4
- Tyldesley and Astley M29
- Eccles and Monton M30
Not listed? Call us with your postcode and we will confirm.
Advice
Roofing advice from our Walkden roofers
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More services
Other roofing services in Walkden
One local team for every part of your roof. Back to Roofers Walkden home.
Roof Repairs
Leaks traced back to where the water gets in, then repaired properly so the roof stays dry.
Tile Roofing
Tiled roof repairs and replacement: missing tiles replaced to match, or the whole roof stripped and re-tiled.
Slate Roofing
Slate roof repairs and replacement: slipped slates re-fixed like for like, or the whole roof re-slated.
Pitched Roofing
Tile and slate pitched roofs repaired, re-roofed and replaced.
Flat Roofing
Felt, rubber and fibreglass flat roofs on extensions, garages and dormers repaired or fully replaced.
Chimney Repairs & Rebuilds
Stacks repointed and repaired, or taken down and rebuilt, with new pots, cowls and leadwork.
Lead Flashing
Lifted lead re-fixed and split or missing lead replaced around chimneys, walls, valleys and bays.
Guttering
Leaking joints, sagging runs and blocked downpipes repaired, and worn-out guttering replaced.
Gutter Cleaning
Gutters and downpipes cleared of leaves, moss and silt by hand, and the debris taken away.
Fascias & Soffits
Rotten roofline boards repaired or replaced in uPVC or timber, with gutters re-hung.
Ridge Tiles
Loose ridge and hip tiles re-bedded and repointed, broken ones replaced, or a dry ridge system fitted.
Bay Window Roofs
Leaking bay roofs repaired or fully replaced, with new lead flashing against the wall.
Commercial Roofing
Flat and pitched roofs on shops, offices and units repaired, replaced and maintained.
Roof Maintenance
Roof inspections, gutter clearing and minor repairs that stop small faults becoming leaks.
Roof Cleaning
Moss removed by hand and the roof treated, without damaging pressure washing.
Garage Roof Replacement
Leaking garage roofs repaired, or stripped and replaced in felt, rubber, fibreglass or sheet.
Conservatory Roofs
Old polycarbonate and glass conservatory roofs replaced with insulated, tiled roofs.
Velux Windows
Roof windows fitted, replaced and resealed, with the flashing around them made watertight.
Solar Roofing
Full solar installation, plus new roofs and re-roofs for roofs with solar panels.
Warm Roofs
Insulated flat roofs built with the insulation above the deck, to keep rooms warmer and stop condensation.
Felt Roofing
Torch-on felt roofs repaired or replaced on extensions, garages, dormers and bays.
GRP Roofing
Worn-out flat roofs replaced with seamless fibreglass, and cracked GRP repaired.
Rubber Roofing
Worn-out flat roofs replaced with EPDM rubber in a single sheet, and existing rubber roofs repaired.
Emergency Roofers
Storm damage or water coming in? We make the roof watertight first, then quote for the full repair.
Need a dry verge fitting or replacing in Walkden?
Call or email us now for a free, no-obligation quote.
FAQ
Dry Verge: common questions
What is a dry verge?
A row of interlocking caps that covers the edge of the roof at the gable end. Each cap is fixed mechanically, so there is no mortar to crack or fall out.
Can a dry verge be fitted to an existing roof?
Yes, on most tiled roofs. The old mortar is removed and the caps are fitted over the edge tiles. We check your tiles first and tell you if they suit a dry verge system.
Is a dry verge better than mortar?
It needs less upkeep, because there is no mortar to crack and fall out. Mortar keeps a traditional look, and we can re-point a verge in mortar if you prefer.
How much will it cost?
It depends on the length of the verges, the height and the access. We inspect for free and give you a fixed written price before any work starts.
Do you charge for the quote?
No. Inspections and written quotes are free, with no obligation.