Dry ridge and dry verge
Dry Ridge Systems in Berkshire
Ridge, hip and verge tiles mechanically fixed with no mortar to crack or wash out, installed and repaired by fully insured roofers.
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Dry Ridge Systems
Mechanically Fixed Ridge, Hip and Verge
Traditional ridge and hip tiles are bedded in mortar, which cracks and washes out over time. Once it does, ridge tiles work loose and can be lifted off in high winds, and water gets in along the ridge. A dry ridge system replaces the mortar with mechanical fixings, so each ridge tile is screwed or clipped in place.
We install dry ridge and dry hip systems on new roofs and as a replacement for failed mortar on existing roofs, along with dry verge systems that cap the gable edge. We also repair existing dry ridge and dry verge. The work suits most concrete tile roofs and many clay and slate roofs, and you receive a detailed quote first.
We cover the whole area, including dry ridge systems in Maidenhead, Windsor and Beaconsfield.
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What's included
What Our Dry Ridge Systems Include
Installation and repair of dry fix systems at the ridge, hip and verge.
- Old ridge tiles and mortar carefully removed
- Ridge batten and ventilated roll fitted
- Ridge and hip tiles mechanically fixed
- Ventilation along the ridge where required
- Dry verge systems on gable edges
- End caps and union pieces fitted
- Repairs to existing dry ridge and verge
- Damaged ridge tiles replaced and matched
Ridge Tiles Loose or Mortar Failing?
Send us a photo of the ridge or verge and we will arrange a visit and a detailed quote.
Our work
Our Dry Ridge Systems Work
Recent dry ridge systems jobs from our team across Berkshire.
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Why choose us
Why Choose Reactive Roofing for Dry Ridge Systems
No Mortar to Fail
Mechanical fixings hold each ridge and hip tile in place, so there is no bedding to crack, wash out or need re-pointing in future.Secure in High Winds
Screwed or clipped ridge tiles are far less likely to lift in storms than tiles held only by mortar, which reduces the risk of storm damage along the ridge.Ventilation Built In
Many dry ridge systems include a ventilated ridge roll, which lets moist air escape from the roof space and helps reduce condensation in the loft.Dry Verge for Gable Edges
Gable verges bedded in mortar fail in the same way. We fit dry verge caps that clip over the tile edge and keep the verge secure and tidy.
About us
Your Local Dry Ridge Systems Specialists
Reactive Roofing Services is a roofing company based in Taplow, Maidenhead, working on homes, commercial and industrial buildings across Berkshire, south Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and West London. Our qualified team is fully insured, we have been members of Checkatrade since 2015, and we offer 24-hour call-outs for leaks and storm damage.
Pricing
What Affects the Cost of a Dry Ridge System
Dry ridge work is priced from a visit to the property. The main factors are:
- The length of ridge, hips and verges
- Whether the existing ridge tiles can be reused
- Your tile or slate type and the system to suit
- Access, and whether scaffolding is needed
- Any repairs to tiles or battens near the ridge
Detailed Quote FirstHow it works
How Our Dry Ridge Systems Work Is Carried Out
What happens from your first call to the finished job.
Get in Touch
Call or send the form with details of the roof and any loose ridge tiles or failed mortar you have noticed.
Roof Inspection
We check the ridge, hips and verges, the tile type and the condition of the battens to choose a suitable system.
Detailed Quote
You receive a detailed quotation covering the dry ridge or dry verge system, any replacement tiles and access.
Installation and Review
We remove the old mortar, fit the system and fix the tiles, then review the completed work with you and confirm everything has been done as agreed.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Dry Ridge Questions
What is a dry ridge system?
Can a dry ridge be fitted to an existing roof?
What is a dry verge?
Do you repair existing dry ridge and dry verge systems?
Still Have a Question?
Call or email and we will help with anything not covered here.
Areas we cover
Areas We Cover for Dry Ridge Systems
We carry out dry ridge systems across Berkshire, south Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and West London. Choose your town:
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Maidenhead
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Windsor
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Beaconsfield
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Gerrards Cross
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Marlow
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Ascot
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Ealing
- Tiled & Slate Roofs in Chiswick
Not listed? We cover the surrounding parts of Berkshire, south Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and West London, so ask us about your address.
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