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Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Loose Ridge Tile Repair in Burgess Hill

Hip ridge repair — re-bedding loose ridge tiles with fresh mortar after the original bedding had deteriorated, plus a full roof inspection for peace of mind.

Issue

Loose Ridge Tiles

Work Done

Re-Bed & Inspect

Location

Hip Ridge Section

Before & After the Repair

Before Loose ridge tiles — mortar deteriorated
Person in dark pants and neon yellow socks climbing a steep dark roof with moss and damaged tiles showing holes
After Re-bedded with fresh sand & cement
Close-up of weathered dark tile roof with chimney and moss growth against cloudy sky

Left: The loose ridge tiles on the hip before the repair — deteriorated mortar meant these could have detached in strong winds. Right: Ridge tiles re-bedded with fresh sand and cement, securely fixed and weatherproof.

The Problem

The homeowner contacted us after noticing movement in the ridge tiles on one of the roof's hips. Over time, the original mortar bedding had deteriorated, allowing the ridge tiles to become loose.

If left unattended, loose ridge tiles can fall from the roof, posing a danger to people below and potentially causing further damage to the roof structure.

What We Found:

Movement in hip ridge tiles
Deteriorated mortar bedding
Safety risk if tiles detached
Risk of water ingress

Our Solution

After safely accessing the roof, we carefully removed the loose ridge tiles from the affected section of the hip.

The old, deteriorated mortar was removed before each ridge tile was re-bedded using a fresh sand and cement mix. Care was taken to match the existing appearance of the roof, ensuring the repaired section blended in with the surrounding ridge line.

Once the ridge tiles had been securely re-fixed, we checked the alignment and stability of the repair to ensure the roof was once again fully weatherproof and structurally secure.

Work Carried Out:

Safe roof access set up
Loose ridge tiles removed
Old mortar cleaned off
Re-bedded with fresh sand & cement
Alignment & stability checked
Fully weatherproof finish

Full Roof Inspection

As part of our visit, we also carried out a visual inspection of the rest of the roof. We checked the surrounding ridge tiles, roof coverings and other visible areas for signs of damage, slipped tiles or additional maintenance issues.

Providing a full inspection gives homeowners peace of mind and allows any developing problems to be identified before they become more costly repairs.

Why Loose Ridge Tiles Shouldn't Be Ignored

Ridge tiles are one of the most exposed parts of any roof and are constantly subjected to wind, rain and changing temperatures. As mortar ages, it can crack and weaken, allowing ridge tiles to loosen over time.

Prompt repairs help prevent tiles from falling, reduce the risk of water ingress and protect the overall integrity of the roof.

Roofing Services in Burgess Hill

Elevate Roofing Ltd provides professional roof repairs throughout Burgess Hill and the surrounding Mid Sussex area. Whether you have loose ridge tiles, slipped roof tiles, storm damage or a leaking roof, we offer reliable roofing solutions completed to a high standard.

Ridge tile repairs
Mortar re-bedding
Roof inspections
Storm damage repairs
Tile & slate roofing
Guttering & roofline

Need a Roof Repair?

If you've noticed loose ridge tiles, cracked mortar or any other signs of roof damage, don't wait for the problem to become worse.