Rutland Leadwork of Stamford deal with all aspects of lead roofing , ornamental leadwork and is also an independent Anglia Water approved plumber. Lead is an excellent material for roof coverings, to cover flat roofs, to line valley gutters and to cover a wide variety of connections between slatework and masonry, chimneys atc.Fine quality leadwork also remains highly prized for its ornamental and practical qualities

The biggest problem with lead sheeting is that it expands and contracts according to temperature. If movement joints are not provided which allow the lead to slide, it will, inevitably suffer stress fractures. Much of the leadwork installed in the past was provided with too few movement joints and, as a result, it tended to fail relatively quickly. Properly designed, lead can last for a century or more.

The other key issue is workmanship. It is important to engage leadworkers who are highly skilled in lead welding and bossing and they have a good understanding of the rules of good leadwork design.

Leaking leadwork is one of the most common causes of Dry Rot in traditional buildings.

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All aspects of roofing leadwork , ornamental leadwork and plumbing undertaken