Slate & Tile Roofing · Sussex
Slate & Tile Roofing In Brighton & Burgess Hill
Slipped slates, tired tiles or a pitched roof needing attention?
Natural slate, clay and concrete tile roofing across Sussex
Sussex is full of beautiful pitched roofs - the slate terraces of Brighton and Hove, clay-tiled cottages around the Downs, and concrete-tiled semis across Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath. We repair, re-cover and install slate and tile roofs of every kind, matching materials sympathetically on period and listed properties and using modern breathable felts and fixings to keep them watertight for decades. Whether it's a handful of slipped slates or a full pitched roof, the detailing is where we make the difference.
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Why Choose Us For Slate & Tile Roofing In Brighton & Burgess Hill?
Natural Slate
Repairs and re-slating with quality natural and fibre-cement slates, fixed to last on Sussex's period terraces.
Clay & Concrete Tiles
Plain tiles, interlocking tiles and traditional Sussex tile-hanging matched to your existing roof.
Breathable Underlay
Modern breathable membranes that keep the roof watertight while letting the structure breathe and stay dry.
Proper Fixings
Slates and tiles fixed to withstand the coastal winds, not just laid loose - so they stay put through a gale.
Ridge & Verge Detailing
Dry-fix or bedded ridges, hips and verges finished neatly and securely, a common weak point on older roofs.
Sympathetic On Period Homes
We work in keeping with the character of older and conservation-area properties around Lewes and the Downs.
Our Slate & Tile Roofing Process
Free Roof Survey & Quote
We inspect the roof, talk through your options honestly, and give you a clear written quote with no obligation.
Scaffold & Safe Access
Where the job needs it we set up proper scaffold or safe access, and protect the areas around the work.
Strip & Prepare
We strip back and prepare the roof so the new work goes onto sound, stable material - not straight over failing covering.
Carry Out The Work
We complete the agreed work with quality materials and proven methods, checking as we go.
Flashings & Detailing
We handle the details that make a roof last - lead flashings, ridges, verges and the joins around chimneys and valleys.
Final Inspection & Clean-Up
We walk the finished job with you, clear all debris and waste away, and hand over your written workmanship guarantee.
Our Workmanship Guarantee
Every job we complete is backed by a written workmanship guarantee, and the materials we use - tiles, slates, membranes, lead, guttering and coatings - carry their own manufacturer's warranty on top. Before any work starts we'll walk you through exactly what's covered and for how long, in plain terms.
We're fully licensed and insured, so you're protected from the first site visit through to the final walk-around. If something isn't right, we come back and fix it - that's what "100% satisfaction guaranteed" actually means to us.
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What To Look For In A Slate & Tile Roofing Specialist
The Right Materials
A slate roof repaired with the wrong slate, or a tiled roof topped with mismatched tiles, looks wrong and often fails early. A good roofer matches the material properly - natural slate, the right tile profile, the correct fixings for the exposure - so the repair blends in and lasts.
Attention To The Detail
Most pitched-roof leaks start at the details - ridges, hips, valleys, verges and around the chimney - not in the middle of the slope. Look for a roofer who talks about how they'll finish those points, because that's where a roof is won or lost.
Breathability & Ventilation
Sealing an old roof up too tight traps moisture and rots the timbers. Modern breathable underlays and proper roof ventilation keep the structure dry. A roofer who understands this protects your rafters, not just your tiles.
A Proper Slate & Tile Job vs A Quick Fix
| N Fullers Roofing | Quick Cheap Fix | |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | Matched slate / tile & fixings | Whatever's cheap and to hand |
| Underlay | Modern breathable membrane | Old felt or none replaced |
| Ridges & verges | Securely fixed and finished | Loose or cracked bedding |
| Fixings | Rated for coastal wind | Under-nailed, slips again |
| Lifespan | Decades of watertight roof | Back up there within a year |
Time For A Full Re-Roof?
If your slates or tiles are failing across the whole roof, re-covering it once is better value than endless repairs. See our new roofs and re-roofing service for what's involved.
Learn about re-roofingSlate & Tile Roofing Cost In Brighton & Burgess Hill
Repairing slipped slates or tiles usually starts from around £150 to £350. Re-covering a full pitched roof varies widely with size, the covering and access - as a rough guide, a terraced roof might run from around £5,000 and a larger semi or detached roof from £7,000 to £12,000+. Every quote is free and based on an inspection.
See Full Cost GuideFrequently Asked Questions
Can you match the slates or tiles on my roof?
In most cases, yes. We source natural slate and the clay and concrete tile profiles common across Sussex, and on period or reclaimed roofs we'll track down the closest match. We'll always show you before fitting so you're happy the repair will blend in.
How long does a slate or tile roof last?
A well-laid natural slate roof can last a century, and quality clay and concrete tiles many decades. What usually fails first is the fixings, underlay, ridges and flashings - which is why re-covering an old roof with modern underlay and fixings can give you a watertight roof for another lifetime.
Do I need permission to re-roof a period or listed home?
For a like-for-like re-covering you usually don't need permission, but listed buildings and some conservation areas - common around Lewes and central Brighton - can require consent, especially if the material changes. We'll flag it and you can confirm with your council.
What's tile-hanging and do you do it?
Tile-hanging is the traditional Sussex practice of hanging tiles vertically on walls to weatherproof them, and yes, we repair and renew it. It's common on older cottages around the Downs and needs the right tiles and battens to look and perform correctly.
Should I repair or re-cover my roof?
If the slates or tiles are largely sound and the problem is localised, a repair is the sensible choice. If they're delaminating, widely slipped or the underlay has failed across the roof, a full re-cover is usually better value than repeated call-outs. We'll give you an honest assessment.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes. All our slate and tile work is backed by a written workmanship guarantee, and materials carry their own manufacturer's warranty. We'll explain exactly what's covered before starting.
What Sussex Homeowners Say
Real feedback from customers across Brighton, Burgess Hill and Sussex. Star ratings reflect completed roofing work.
"We had a leak coming through the bedroom ceiling of our Victorian terrace in Hove. N Fullers traced it to a cracked lead flashing round the chimney - not where the stain was - and had it sorted properly within a couple of days. Tidy, honest and a fair price."
"The old felt roof on our extension in Burgess Hill was leaking every time it rained. They fitted a new EPDM rubber roof with proper falls so no more pooling. Great job, cleaned up after themselves and explained everything clearly."
"Full re-roof on our 1930s semi in Worthing - stripped it back, new underlay, battens and tiles, all new flashings. The scaffolding went up and the whole job was done in under a week. Looks superb and the quote was itemised with no surprises."
"Our roof in Haywards Heath was green with moss and the gutters kept blocking. They cleared the lot, treated the roof and cleared the gutters, and spotted a slipped tile while they were up there. Really pleased with the difference."
"Chimney on our Lewes cottage was crumbling and letting damp in. N Fullers repointed it, renewed the flaunching and put proper lead flashings in. They understood it's a period property and did it sympathetically. Highly recommend."
Get A Free Slate & Tile Roofing Quote
Call N Fullers today or send us a message and we'll arrange a free, no-obligation slate & tile roofing quote anywhere across Brighton, Burgess Hill and Sussex.