Extremely happy with the service, asked for a quote and received the same quickly, agreed the price and work started within a week. All work done in a timely matter to a high standard.
Slate roofing · North West
Natural slate, laid to last a lifetime.
New slate roofs, full re-slates and careful repairs for homes, social housing and commercial property across the North West, from a team that started out as a slate roofing firm.
- Over 100 years' combined experience
- Domestic, social housing & commercial
- Free consultation & written quote
Slate roof · roof window detailOur expertise
Slate is where we started. It's still what we do best.
LDM began as a slate roofing business, and slate is still at the heart of the company. Our roofers bring more than a century of combined experience to every job, from a full strip and re-slate on a Victorian terrace to new slate on a modern build.
Private home, social housing contract or commercial property, the approach is the same: the right slate, laid to the right gauge, finished properly at every ridge, valley and abutment. Slate is fire-resistant, keeps its colour and keeps its integrity for decades.
- New slate roofs & complete re-slates
- Ridges, hips, valleys & flashings
- Chimney repairs, rebuilds & removals
- Heritage and modern properties
100+years of combined slating experience in the team
Key advantages
Why choose a slate roof?
Often called the 'forever roof', natural slate suits heritage and modern homes alike, and it simply outlasts the alternatives.
Unmatched durability
With proper maintenance, a slate roof can last well over 100 years.
Weatherproof protection
Dense natural slate shrugs off North West rain, wind and snow.
Aesthetic appeal
A crisp, natural finish that adds real kerb appeal to any home.
Environmentally friendly
Natural slate is a sustainable, long-life and recyclable material.
Anatomy of a slate roof
What goes into a roof that lasts a century.
A slate roof is a system, not just a surface. Tap the markers to see the details we get right on every job, including the ones you'll never see once we're finished.
Our process
How we deliver it.
01
Initial consultation
We look at the roof, discuss the scope and give honest, expert advice.
02
Tailored specification
A solution matched to your property's style, pitch and structure.
03
Precision installation
Skilled craftsmen fix every slate carefully, course by course.
04
Ongoing support
Maintenance advice to keep your roof performing for decades.
Client reviews
Tidy, punctual, and done right.
The same few words keep coming up in our reviews: clean, polite, on time and to a high standard. Here they are, in our customers' own words.
Excellent from start to finish. From initial contact LDM instilled confidence, from turning up when promised for the initial quote to returning after the scaffolding was removed to clean up.
FAQ
Questions we're often asked.
Can't see your question? Call us on 01942 316332. We're always happy to talk a roof through.
How long does a slate roof last?
Natural slate is one of the longest-lasting roofing materials there is. With proper installation and occasional maintenance, a slate roof can last well over 100 years, which is why it's known as the 'forever roof'.
Should I repair my slate roof or have it re-slated?
If the slates are sound and the problems are local (a few slipped slates, a tired valley, a leaking chimney), a repair is usually the sensible option. If fixings have failed across the roof, or there's widespread slipping and leaking, a re-slate is often better value long-term. We'll give you an honest view after inspecting it.
Can you remove a chimney as part of a re-slate?
Yes. Removing redundant chimneys during a re-slate is something we do regularly. It removes a common source of leaks and leaves a clean, continuous slate finish.
Will I need scaffolding?
For re-slates and most larger slate jobs, yes. Because we run our own scaffolding service, we plan the access and the roof together, so you deal with one firm throughout.
Free consultation
Let's take a look at your roof.
Book a free, no-obligation consultation. We'll come out, look at the roof properly and give you a clear written quote. No pressure, no jargon.
Call any time01942 316332