The valley is the junction where two roof slopes meet. When it leaks, the important question is how the whole detail is working, including the covering on either side.
What to ask the roofer to explain
Ask where the defect is, what material forms the valley and whether the surrounding tiles and underlay need lifting. A quotation should describe the work beyond the visible surface. A small-looking defect may need a wider opening to form a reliable connection; the proposed scope should make that clear.
A patch and a renewal are different proposals
A limited repair may be appropriate where the surrounding detail remains serviceable. Renewal becomes a different discussion where there are repeated defects or the existing arrangement cannot be repaired satisfactorily. Ask what condition will remain after either option and whether a temporary repair is being offered as temporary.
Why neighbouring roof features matter
Chimneys, dormers and changes in roof direction can make the valley more involved. At Ruff Lane in Ormskirk, removing a large chimney that intersected the valley also meant reconstructing the valley around the altered roof. It was not simply a matter of taking bricks down and filling the visible gap.
Evidence you can review
Our Halewood valley renewal gives an example of this type of work. It is evidence of a particular project, not a diagnosis of your roof. Send photographs you already have and explain when the leak appears. If you are considering a complete re-roof, make sure valley work is explicitly included or excluded in the quotation.
Useful next reading
- Why Does My Roof Leak Only in Heavy Rain?
- Can a Chimney Be Removed During a Roof Replacement?
- Compare roof replacement quotations
Our roofing leadwork service covers lead details, while our roof repair service covers assessment of the surrounding roof.