Roof Repairs
Slipped and broken tiles, cracked slates, failed flashing and leaks traced back to the source and fixed properly.
Learn more →Roofers in Wallsend for repairs, new roofs & emergency call-outs
Our yard is in West Chirton, a few minutes up the road, so Wallsend is about as local as it gets for us. From Tyneside flats near the old shipyards to the estates at Battle Hill and Hadrian Park, we look after every kind of roof in NE28. We provide fully insured roofing services in Wallsend and the surrounding area.
15
Years’
roofing
experience
roofing
experience
Fully insured to £5m
BS 5534 compliant
Free written quotes
10-year workmanship guarantee
Emergency call-outs
Your local roofing contractor in Wallsend
Legge Roofing is a North Shields roofing contractor with 15 years of experience across North Tyneside. Wallsend is one of the areas we work in most, because it is so close to our base on Verne Road. Our roofing services in Wallsend cover everything from small repairs to full re-roofs.
Every job is carried out by our own fully insured team, never subcontracted, and new roofs are installed to BS 5534. Being nearby means we can get to you quickly when something goes wrong, and come back easily to check on the work afterwards. We also cover neighbouring Walker, Byker and Heaton in the east end of Newcastle.
15
Years’ roofing experience
100+
Roofs repaired & replaced
£5m
Public liability cover
10yr
Workmanship guarantee
Our roofing services in Wallsend
Everything from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof, for homes and businesses across NE28.
New Roofs
Full re-roofs in natural slate or tile, installed by our own team to BS 5534.
Learn more →Flat Roofing
EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and felt for extensions, garages and dormers.
Learn more →Emergency Repairs
Same-day response to storm damage and active leaks. We make it watertight first, then plan the permanent repair. Every job is done by our own fully insured team, which is why homeowners keep coming back for our roofing services in Wallsend.
Learn more →Chimneys & Lead Work
Chimney repointing, pots and flashing, plus Code 4 and Code 5 lead work.
Learn more →Roof Windows & Solar
Velux roof windows and solar panel installation, fitted so the roof stays watertight around them.
Learn more →Why choose Legge Roofing in Wallsend
Local, insured and straightforward to deal with.
A few minutes away
Our base in West Chirton is just up the road, so call-outs to Wallsend, Howdon and Willington Quay are quick.
Our own team
The roofers who quote for the job are the ones who do it. We never subcontract.
Straight quotes
A free survey with photographs of any defects, then an itemised written quote, usually within 48 hours.
Built to last
BS 5534 installation and a 10-year workmanship guarantee on new roofs and flat roofs. If you need roofing services in Wallsend, we offer a free survey and an itemised written quote, usually within 48 hours.
Roofing in Wallsend: what to know
Wallsend grew up around the shipyards and the pits, and a lot of its housing dates from that time. The streets of Tyneside flats and terraces between the High Street and the river have long runs of shared roof, original chimneys and rear offshoots with their own small roofs, where a problem on one property can quickly affect the next.
Further out, Battle Hill, Hadrian Park and Holy Cross are mostly post-war and 1960s to 70s housing with concrete tiles, many of which are now reaching the end of their life. Flat-roofed garages, dormers and kitchen extensions are common right across NE28, and older felt roofs are often the first thing to leak.
We cover the whole of Wallsend, from Rosehill and Howdon in the east to Willington Quay, Point Pleasant and Wallsend Green.
Before a storm, keep an eye on the Met Office weather warnings for the North East, and call us if you already know there is a problem with your roof.
Wallsend neighbourhoods we cover
Wallsend Green
Battle Hill
Hadrian Park
Holy Cross
Rosehill
Howdon
Willington Quay
Point Pleasant
Willington
Roads we are on most weeks
High Street West
Station Road
Rheydt Avenue
Battle Hill Drive
Churchill Street
Coast Road (A1058)
Common roof problems we see in Wallsend
Catching a problem early usually means a smaller, cheaper repair.
Leaks on Tyneside flats
Shared roofs and rear offshoots mean water can travel. We trace leaks back to the source rather than patching where the stain appears. For emergency roofing services in Wallsend, call rather than email so we can respond the same day.
Worn concrete tiles
Many 1960s and 70s roofs on the newer estates have tiles that are porous, brittle or covered in moss, and a re-roof is often better value than repeated repairs.
Failed felt flat roofs
Garage and extension roofs in old felt crack and blister with age. EPDM rubber or GRP fibreglass gives a much longer life.
Chimney stacks
Original stacks on older terraces often need repointing, new flashing or pots re-bedding.
Loose ridge tiles
Mortar-bedded ridges crack and loosen over time. A dry ridge system holds them mechanically and needs no repointing.
Damp patches upstairs
Brown rings on bedroom ceilings after heavy rain usually mean a slipped slate, cracked tile or failed flashing.
Moss and algae
Concrete tiles on Wallsend's post war semis hold moss on the shaded slopes. It traps water against the tile, and frost then cracks it from the inside.
A sagging roofline
Sight along the ridge from across the street. Dips or bowing point to tired timbers or a failing wall plate that needs checking from the loft.
Daylight in the loft
On a bright day, go into the loft with the lights off. Any daylight coming through the underside of the roof is a clear path for water.
How a Wallsend roof job works
Four steps from your first call to a finished roof.
1
Get in touch
Call 0191 245 9915, email or use the online form. You speak to a roofer, not a call centre. Call 0191 245 9915 to book roofing services in Wallsend with Legge Roofing.
2
Free survey
We visit, inspect the roof properly and photograph anything that needs attention.
3
Written quote
An itemised written quote, usually within 48 hours, with no pressure to commit.
4
Work completed
Carried out by our own team, cleaned up afterwards and signed off with your guarantee.
What Wallsend homeowners can expect: recent Legge Roofing reviews
Real reviews from customers on our Google Business Profile.
★★★★★
After being let down by multiple roofers for a leaking roof Legge Roofing came out and gave a very reasonable quote, fully explained what they would do, and how they would do it. Carl and Daryl were both very personable, professional and did the job on time and without any fuss, cleaning up afterwards and keeping me apprised throughout.
★★★★★
Got in touch with this company about getting a new roof, as mine was leaking. The job was started within a few weeks & finished a couple of weeks later. I can't thank the lads enough, great job done! Love the new roof & would fully recommend these lads & this company.
★★★★★
Absolutely fantastic service from start to finish! The team were hardworking, professional, and completed the job quickly without compromising on quality. They were reliable, punctual, and left everything clean and tidy once the work was complete.
Wallsend roofing FAQs
Common questions from homeowners in Wallsend. If yours isn't here, give us a call.
How much does a roof repair in Wallsend cost?
It depends on what has failed and how easy it is to reach. We give every customer a free survey and an itemised written quote, usually within 48 hours, so you know the cost before any work starts.
Do you offer emergency roof repairs in Wallsend?
Yes. For storm damage and active leaks we aim to respond the same day, make the roof watertight, then book in the permanent repair.
Do you give guarantees on your work?
Yes. New roofs and flat roof systems come with a 10-year workmanship guarantee, on top of the manufacturer guarantees on the materials.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. We carry £5 million public liability insurance and employer’s liability cover, and we are happy to show certificates before work starts.
Can you repair the roof on a Tyneside flat?
Yes. Upper and lower flats usually share one roof, so we inspect the whole roof and explain clearly what needs doing and where, so both owners understand the work before it starts.
How long does a re-roof take in Wallsend?
A typical Wallsend terrace or semi takes 5 to 7 working days, depending on size, access and weather. We give you a realistic timeframe in your written quote and keep the roof watertight every night.
Can you match my existing tiles or slate?
Usually, yes. We work with reclaimed slate and a wide range of concrete tile patterns, so repairs on a terrace or paired semi blend in with the houses either side. We confirm the match with you before fitting.
Which areas around Wallsend do you cover?
All of Wallsend, including Wallsend Green, Battle Hill, Hadrian Park, Holy Cross, Rosehill, Howdon, Willington Quay, Point Pleasant and Willington, plus the rest of North Tyneside and Newcastle.
Covering all of Wallsend and North Tyneside
Service area
Wallsend and North Tyneside
Including all NE28 postcodes
Roofers near Wallsend
We work right across Newcastle, North Tyneside and South Tyneside. These are the areas closest to Wallsend with their own page.
North Shields
Our home patch, covering NE29 and NE30.
View North Shields roofing →Heaton
Tyneside flats, Victorian terraces and High Heaton semis in NE6 and NE7.
View Heaton roofing →Killingworth, Forest Hall and Longbenton
Post war semis and estates across NE12.
View Killingworth roofing →Newcastle upon Tyne
City wide roofing, from Byker and Walker to Fenham and Kenton.
View Newcastle upon Tyne roofing →North Tyneside
Borough wide roofing, from Wallsend to the coast.
View North Tyneside roofing →Byker and Walker
Tyneside flats, terraces and interwar semis across Newcastle's east end, NE6.
View Byker and Walker roofing →Get a free quote for your Wallsend roof
Tell us what you've noticed. We'll come out, take a proper look and give you straight advice and a written quote.