Finding a trustworthy roofer might seem risky. But you just need one person – someone punctual, skilled, capable, proud of how things are built. Over at AJ Scutchings & Son, our Bedford roofers live up to those expectations every time. We’ve been local roofing experts in Bedford for over three decades, fixing homes and workplaces so they stay watertight, safe, and sharp-looking.
We’re a family run roofing company in Bedfordshire, where skill, straight talk, and helping people matters most. If you’ve got a leak that just won’t quit, a busted valley, gutters falling apart, or a roof ready to retire, we’ve seen it before. Our Bedford roofers show up ready, with sharp eyes and solid hands to fix what’s broken.
If you live in Bedford and your roof is leaking then you need local Bedford roofers to fix it. AJ Scutchings and Son is a family run business and we work across Bedfordshire every day. Some roofs are old and some are new but they all need looking after when the weather gets bad. We have seen many roofs fail because people waited too long to call someone. It is better to get a small leak fixed now before it ruins your ceiling.
We go to houses in mk40 and mk41 and mk42 postcodes regularly. If you are in the Castle area or Brickhill then we are probably working near you already. We also do a lot of jobs in Kempston and Biddenham. It is important to hire someone who knows the local area. Different parts of Bedford have different types of buildings. Some houses near the embankment are very old and they need special care with the tiles. Newer houses in Wixams or Great Denham have different problems like loose dry ridge systems. We know how to fix both.
The biggest problem with hiring a roofer is not knowing if they will show up. We are a local business and we care about our reputation in Bedford. If we say we will be there at 8am then we try our best to be there and if we are running late because of traffic on the a421 then we will tell you.
Trust is a big deal in this trade. We have seen people get let down by builders who move from town to town. We are not like that, as Bedford roofers we have insurance and we have been doing this for a long time. You can ask around Bedford and people will tell you about AJ Scutchings and Son.
Most of the work we do in Bedford is roof repairs. Rain and wind in Bedfordshire can be quite strong and it blows tiles off. Once a tile is gone the water gets into your wood and starts to rot. It might not look bad from the ground but it can cause a lot of damage inside. We get up on the roof and find exactly where the water is getting in. Sometimes it is a cracked tile and sometimes it is the lead flashing around your chimney.
We also fix guttering and fascia boards. If your gutters are blocked or sagging then the water will overflow down your walls. This leads to dampness inside your house which is hard to fix. We can clean them out or fit new ones that won’t leak. It is a simple job but it saves you a lot of money in the long run but you have to do it before the winter starts.
Sometimes a repair is not enough. If your roof is fifty years old then the felt underneath might be turning to dust. When that happens you will keep getting leaks no matter how many tiles we replace. We can fit a whole new roof for you using slate or clay tiles. We will show you the different options and tell you which one is best for your house style. It takes longer but it means you won’t have to worry about your roof for another forty years.
For extensions or garages we usually do flat roofs. We use grp or epdm rubber because they last much longer than the old felt roofs. The old style of flat roof usually leaks after ten years because the sun makes it crack. These new materials stay flexible and they don’t have seams where the water can get in.
Chimneys are the most common place for a roof to leak. The mortar between the bricks wears away over time and the rain gets in. We are repointing to make the chimney strong again and we also check the lead at the bottom of the stack. Lead is expensive but it is the only thing that really stops water from entering the joint between the bricks and the tiles. If your lead is thin or cracked then we can replace it with new lead that meets the current building rules.
We don’t just stay in the town centre. We drive out to all the villages nearby because people there need good roofers too. We are often in bromham and clapham doing repairs. We also go to Elstow, Shortstown and Wootton. If you live in Wilstead or Biddenham we can come to you for a quote as well. We know the roads and we know the houses in these places.
We don’t like hidden fees and I bet you don’t either. When we come to look at your roof we will give you a price for the whole job. If we find something else wrong we will head up there and then tell you what needs done. We won’t just add it to the bill at the end, we will communicate with you throughout the entire project.
We offer free inspections for people in Bedford. We come out and look at the problem and then we send you a quote. You can decide if you want to use us or not. There is no pressure to say yes but we think you will find our prices are competitive for the quality of work we do.
How much does a new roof cost?
It is hard to say without looking at it first. It depends on the size of the house and what tiles you want to use. A small terrace house in the town centre is cheaper than a big detached house in biddenham but we always give a clear quote so you know what to expect.
How long does a repair take?
A small repair can be done in a few hours. A full new roof might take a week or two depending on the weather. If it is raining then we can’t always work because it is dangerous and we don’t want your house to get wet but we try to finish as fast as we can.
What about planning permission?
Usually you don’t need it to fix your roof or even replace it with similar tiles but if you live in a conservation area like Bedford park then there might be rules about what materials you can use. We can help you figure that out because we have worked on many houses in those areas before.
If you are worried about your roof then you should get in touch. It doesn’t cost anything to have us come and take a look. You can call us on the phone or complete our online contact form. We are a friendly team and we will tell you the truth about your roof. Don’t wait until the next big storm to find out your roof has a problem.
We are proud to be Bedford roofers and we want to keep the homes in our town dry and safe. If you want a quote then just ask and we will get back to you soon.
