At AJ Scutchings & Son, roofing runs in the family and it shows in the little details. Our Northampton Roofers have been working on roofs across Northampton for well over three decades, from stone cottages tucked away near the villages to Victorian terraces in Abington and modern estates around Duston and Wootton. We’ve seen most problems more than once, and we know the quickest way to fix them without papering over the cracks. Our approach is simple, careful inspection first, clear advice next, then tidy, well-executed work that lasts.
Local know-how – Northampton roofs come in all shapes, pitches and materials. Plain clay tiles on older streets, slate on period homes, concrete interlocks on newer builds, and quite a few flat roofs that need a steadier hand. We tailor the method and materials to what your property actually needs, not what’s easiest that day.
Experience you can feel – Every roofer on our team is trained in-house. No rushed subcontracting. We work to BS 5534 for slating and tiling and follow BS 5250 guidance for ventilation and condensation control. Leadwork is installed in line with the Lead Sheet Association details, which keeps movement and weathering in check.
Straight talk, clean quotes – You’ll get photos where useful, options explained in plain English, and a fixed price for the agreed scope. No hidden extras, no confusing jargon. If something changes on site, you’ll hear it from us first.
Respect for your home – We protect driveways, keep access safe, remove waste with licensed carriers, and we clean down at the end. As one client told us, it looked like we’d never been there, except the roof stopped leaking.
Most roofs don’t fail overnight, they slowly lose their edge. A slipped tile after wind, a cracked verge, tired mortar around a ridge, failed sealant on a flat roof outlet. Left too long these small things let water creep in. Our repair visits focus on finding root cause, not just the obvious stain on a ceiling.
Emergency and storm damage repairs – From wind-lifted tiles to dislodged ridges. We secure the area, make it watertight, then schedule a permanent fix.
Leak tracing – We check the likely weak points first, flashings, valleys, abutments, roof penetrations. We test methodically so you’re not paying for guesswork.
Preventative maintenance – Annual or biannual checks catch wear before it turns expensive. Clearing gutters, checking fixings to BS 5534 standards, re-seating slipped slates, re-bedding or re-pointing where appropriate, and advising on ventilation if we see condensation risks in the loft.
Tip from experience, if you notice debris in the gutter that looks like little orange or grey grains, that’s usually tile surface weathering. It’s a small sign, but it matters.
Sometimes a patch is only a pause. If your covering has reached the end of its service life, we’ll say so and show you why. When we restore or replace a roof, the goal is longevity without losing the look of your property.
Material matching – We source clay plain tiles, natural slate, or quality concrete alternatives to match the surrounding streetscape. For character homes, we pay attention to colour blend and camber so it doesn’t jar.
Ventilation and insulation checks – Many older roofs were never designed to be airtight. When we re-roof, we plan eaves and ridge ventilation to meet BS 5250, and we’ll flag insulation gaps or thermal bridges you might want to fix while scaffolding’s up.
Detailing that lasts – Dry ridge and hip systems where appropriate, properly gauged battening, stainless or copper fixings where exposed to weather, and breathable underlay with the right drape. It’s the kind of stuff you don’t see from the ground, but you do notice ten winters later.
We’ve refreshed everything from listed cottages that needed a gentle hand, through to 1990s estates where a full new covering was the sensible option. Either way, the end result should feel like it belongs.
Lead is still one of the best roofing materials on the planet when it’s detailed right. Our leadwork is carried out by trained craftsmen, in-house, no subcontractor roulette. We fabricate and install:
Chimney flashings and soakers with correct laps and welted edges.
Valleys and secret gutters sized to the area they serve, with allowance for expansion.
Dormer cheeks, bays and flat lead roofs laid in bays to the right code weight, with wood rolls and proper falls.
Looked after, lead lasts generations. We follow the Lead Sheet Association guidance on bay sizes and fixings, which prevents cracking and creep. It’s not glamorous work, but it’s the difference between a dry loft and a constant drip that keeps you awake.
Northampton has plenty of extensions and garages with flat roofs. We install modern systems that stand up to weather:
High-performance torch-on felt with mineral finish.
Single-ply membranes where detailing calls for it.
Warm roof build-ups to reduce condensation risk and improve energy performance.
Outlet detailing, trims, and edge laps are checked carefully. Flat roofs don’t forgive poor falls, so we design them to shed water, not hold it.
A good roof needs good drainage. Our Northampton roofers repair, upgrade and install aluminium and cast iron gutter systems, as well as quality uPVC where that suits the property. Cast iron often looks right on older fronts, aluminium is light, neat, and low maintenance on newer homes. If water’s running down walls, or you’re seeing green stains near joints, it’s time to take a look.
Site visit and assessment – We inspect the covering, structure, and water paths. We may look in the loft if access allows.
Clear proposal – You’ll receive a written quote with materials, method and timescales. We include optional items separately so you can decide.
Scheduling and setup – We arrange scaffolding where required, protect access, and brief the team on any specifics like pets or parking.
Works carried out – We work neatly and safely. If we uncover hidden issues, we document them and discuss before proceeding.
Handover – Final tidy, waste removed, photos of key details, and warranties provided where applicable.
How do I know if I need a new roof or a repair?
If the covering is near end-of-life across large areas, a re-roof is more cost-effective. If damage is localised, a repair makes sense. We’ll show you evidence either way.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes. Repairs come with a workmanship guarantee that fits the scope. New roofs include manufacturer warranties alongside our own.
Can you work on listed and period homes?
We do, regularly. We match materials and details carefully and can coordinate with conservation officers if needed.
Do you cover my area?
We work across Northampton, and also Bedford, Milton Keynes, Peterborough and Stevenage.
Whether you’ve spotted a damp patch after rain, a few slipped tiles, or you’re planning a full replacement, we’re here to help. We’ll visit, take a proper look, and explain the best route forward without any hard sell. Use our contact form for a free, no-obligation quote, or call us and we’ll get you booked in. With AJ Scutchings & Son, you get careful craftsmanship, honest advice and a roof that does its job, quietly, for years.
