Small and shallow roofs

Bay Window Roof Repairs in Oldham

Bay roofs are small, but they pack a surprising number of vulnerable details into a short run of roof.

Wet flat roof on a house extension, showing puddling and wall junctions.
Flat roofs usually fail at edges, outlets and wall junctions rather than in the middle.

The wall junction is often involved

Where the bay roof meets the main wall there should be a sound upstand and flashing. Cracks in render, failed lead or a low upstand can all let rain behind the covering.

Small outlets block quickly

Some bays drain through a narrow outlet or short gutter. A handful of leaves can make a big difference. If the leak appears in very heavy rain, check the drainage before condemning the whole covering.

Timber beneath may tell the story

On a long-standing leak the deck or front timber can soften. That changes the job from a surface patch to a small structural repair as well. A springy edge or sag is worth mentioning when you ask for a quote.

Keep the detail simple

Bay roofs often accumulate layers of felt, mastic and paint. Stripping back to a clear, properly formed detail can be better than adding another layer around the edges.