Roofers in Soham
DJW Roofing & Leadwork Ltd is your near-neighbour roofer in Soham. Our base in Littleport, Ely, is close by, so roofers in Soham and the surrounding CB7 villages can reach you quickly for inspections, repairs and emergencies.
DJW Roofing & Leadwork Ltd is your near-neighbour roofer in Soham. Our base in Littleport, Ely, is close by, so roofers in Soham and the surrounding CB7 villages can reach you quickly for inspections, repairs and emergencies. We cover Soham, Wicken, Fordham, Isleham, Burwell, Stretham and Barway. Danny brings 15 years’ roofing experience to roof repairs, re-roofs, hand-dressed leadwork, chimneys and flat roofs. We repair before replacing where possible, inspections are free, quotes are written and carry no obligation, DJW is fully insured and all work is guaranteed.
A roofer just down the road
Soham is approximately 15–20 minutes from our Littleport base, depending on traffic and the property address. Being this close means a free inspection is easy to arrange and, if a storm lifts tiles or a leak appears overnight, we can usually get to you promptly. Call 07862 885143 for 24/7 emergency call-outs; we make the roof safe first and then talk through a proper repair.
Period cottages and the conservation area
Soham’s historic core has a conservation area, with period cottages, older brick houses and chimney stacks that have weathered many winters. On these roofs we pay close attention to lead flashings, mortar flaunching on chimneys and the condition of older tiles. If you live in the conservation area, check with East Cambridgeshire District Council before changing roof materials or appearance; we can describe a like-for-like approach. If a surveyor’s report for a Soham house purchase mentions roof concerns, we can inspect and give you a clear second opinion in writing.
Newer estates around the town
Soham has grown, and many homes sit on newer estates with concrete interlocking tiles, ventilated ridges and modern membranes. These roofs still need attention: ridge mortar can crack, verge tiles can loosen and valleys can collect debris. A targeted repair or a dry verge upgrade is often all that is needed, and we will say so plainly.
Open fen around Wicken and Isleham
Out towards Wicken, Isleham and Barway, homes and farm buildings face wind across open fenland. Exposure shows up as slipped tiles, lifted ridges and flashings working loose. A careful inspection finds the weak points before the next storm does. Where mortar ridges keep failing, mechanically fixed dry ridge systems are a practical long-term choice.
Leadwork and chimneys done properly
Leaks around chimneys and abutments are often down to tired or poorly fitted lead. We remove failing lead, chase the brickwork properly and dress new lead flashings, soakers and valleys by hand. Chimney repairs can include repointing, new flaunching and replacement pots, so the stack is sound as well as watertight. We also check the condition of gutters and downpipes around the stack, because overflowing water is a frequent cause of damp.
Re-roofs and flat roofs in Soham
When a roof has reached the end of its life, a full re-roof replaces underlay, battens and coverings with properly detailed ridges and verges. For extensions, garages and dormers, we fit EPDM rubber and torch-on felt flat roofs. Either way, you receive a clear written quote explaining exactly what is included.
How we work.
A free inspection
We look at your roof carefully and explain what we find.
An honest written quote
Clear advice and a no-obligation quote. Repair before replace, where possible.
Careful, tidy work
Proper preparation, attention to the details and a daily tidy-up.
Work guaranteed
Fully insured. All work guaranteed. A roof finished properly.
Roofing in Soham
FAQs.
Do you cover Wicken, Fordham, Isleham and Burwell?
Yes. Our Soham coverage includes CB7 and nearby Wicken, Fordham, Isleham, Burwell, Stretham and Barway. Share the address when you get in touch and we will arrange a free inspection.
How fast can you get to Soham in an emergency?
Soham is close to our Littleport base. Call 07862 885143 any time, day or night, and we will arrange to make the roof safe as soon as possible.
Do you work on period cottages in Soham’s conservation area?
Yes. We repair older roofs, chimneys and leadwork with a like-for-like approach where suitable. Check with the council before changing materials or appearance in the conservation area.
Will you tell me if my roof only needs a repair?
Yes. Repair before replacement is how we work. After inspecting the roof, Danny explains what it needs and puts it in a no-obligation written quote.
Can you replace the flat roof on my garage or extension?
Yes. We fit EPDM rubber and torch-on felt flat roofs and check the deck beneath so the new covering is laid on a sound surface.
Related services.
Areas we cover.
Good work starts
with honest advice.
Free roof inspections. Free no-obligation quotes. Just the work your roof actually needs.
07862 885143Klarna.Klarna availableBased in Littleport, Ely.
Covering Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Hertfordshire, Lincolnshire and North London.
Open 24 hours, 7 days.