07769 644580
J Wigmore Roofing Ltd

Roofer in Godalming Chimneys, Leadwork and Renewals for Period and Modern Homes

From redundant chimney stacks to tired tiled roofs, I work on Godalming homes with clear communication and a fixed quoted price.

Request a Free Estimate10/10 from 408 Checkatrade reviews

16 years

on Checkatrade

10/10

from 408 reviews

£1 million

public liability

Fixed price

free estimates

Local to Godalming · GU7

Roofing in Godalming

Godalming is towards the southern edge of the area I cover, in the GU7 postcode. A Godalming customer had a chimney stack removed and said I was "fantastic to deal with throughout", with communication "especially great".

Godalming's historic streets and hillside suburbs have a lot of older roofs and chimneys, and I'm happy to travel for the right job.

Where I work in Godalming

I cover Godalming and surrounding GU7 areas, including Farncombe and Busbridge.

Getting to you

Godalming is further from my Aldershot base than towns like Farnborough or Ash, so visits are planned in advance during normal working hours. I don't offer out-of-hours call-outs.

Godalming homes and roofs

Godalming is an old market town with timber-framed and stone buildings in the centre, Victorian and Edwardian houses on the surrounding hills, and 20th-century suburbs. Clay tiles, many chimneys and complex roof shapes are common.

What Godalming homeowners need most

Typical Godalming work includes chimney stack removal, lead flashing replacement, tiled roof renewals and repairs to older roofs.

Services in Godalming

Roofing Services Available in Godalming

Close-up of new plain tiles and ridge on a tiled re-roof

Chimney Stack Removal in Godalming

If your chimney is no longer used and has become a source of leaks or worry, I remove the stack above the roof and tile in the gap, on a fixed quoted price.

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Completed red clay tile re-roof viewed from scaffolding, Aldershot area

Tiled & Slate Re-roofs in Godalming

When patching no longer makes sense, I strip and renew the whole roof: one roofer from first visit to final clean-up, with a 10-year company guarantee on tiled renewals.

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Lead stepped flashing at a brick wall and roof junction

Lead Flashing in Godalming

I replace tired and failed lead flashing around chimneys, walls, dormers and roof junctions, so water stays out where roofs meet other surfaces, on a fixed price.

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Repaired roof valley with new valley lining, Aldershot roof repair

Roof Repairs in Godalming

Loose tiles, broken slates, garage roofs and leaks: I find the cause, tell you honestly what it needs and fix it on a fixed quoted price.

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New grey EPDM flat roof on a single-storey extension

EPDM Flat Roofing in Godalming

I strip out tired felt and fit a single-piece rubber roof that doesn't crack, blister or split in the sun, on a fixed price, with a 20-year company guarantee on the renewal.

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White uPVC bargeboard and soffit at a roof gable

uPVC Fascias & Soffits in Godalming

I remove rotten timber boards and replace them with uPVC that doesn't need painting, protecting your roof edge on a fixed price, with a 5-year company guarantee.

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New black uPVC gutter and downpipe on a brick house corner

Guttering & Downpipes in Godalming

I fit new guttering and downpipes and clear the blockages behind overflows, so rainwater goes into the drain instead of down your walls, on a fixed price.

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Finished dormer roof with dark uPVC cladding and trims

Dormer Roofs in Godalming

Leaking or worn dormer roofs replaced properly, with the cheeks, edges and lead detailed so water stays out, on a fixed price, with an EPDM option carrying a 20-year guarantee.

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Weathered plain tile roof slope in Hampshire

Roof Reports in Godalming

A clear, knowledgeable assessment of your roof's condition from an experienced roofer, so you know what's really needed before you buy, sell or spend.

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Why choose Justin in Godalming

One Roofer, Start to Finish

The Godalming customer praised the communication and the timely, professional completion of the work, exactly what you want when a chimney is coming down.

  • Owner-operated: you deal with Justin from first visit to final clean-up
  • 16 years on Checkatrade, 10/10 from 408 reviews
  • Fixed quoted prices, free inspections and estimates
  • £1 million public liability insurance
  • Company guarantees on renewals: 10 yrs tiled, 5 yrs uPVC fascias & soffits, 20 yrs EPDM

Chimney stack removal

“Justin has been fantastic to deal with throughout. Communication has been especially great, as well a completing the work in a timely and professional manor.”
- Korush M, GU7 · Checkatrade 10/10

Common problems

Roof Problems I See in Godalming

Redundant chimneys

Many older homes have stacks no longer used, which need maintaining or removing.

Complex older roofs

Hips, valleys and dormers on period homes mean more junctions to keep watertight.

Hillside exposure

Homes on slopes can catch more wind, loosening ridges and verges.

Failed lead

Old flashing around chimneys and walls is a common source of leaks.

Winter weather

Wet, windy winters across Hampshire and Surrey find weak spots first: slipped tiles, tired flashing and blocked gutters. Getting small problems looked at in autumn avoids bigger repairs later.

My process

How a Job in Godalming Works

  1. Step 1

    Free inspection

    I come out, look at the roof and talk you through what I find, in plain English.

  2. Step 2

    Honest diagnosis

    I explain what's causing the problem and whether it needs a repair or a renewal.

  3. Step 3

    Fixed written quote

    One clear price covering the agreed work. That's what you pay, no day rates.

  4. Step 4

    The work

    I turn up on the agreed dates, keep you updated every day and keep the site tidy.

  5. Step 5

    Clear up and guarantee

    Rubbish is taken away, and renewals are covered by my company guarantees.

Nearby areas

From Godalming I also cover Guildford and Farnham, and back towards Aldershot.

Chimney decisions

If you're unsure whether to repair or remove a chimney, I'll give you an honest view of both options.

Roofing across Godalming and Farncombe

Godalming's older streets often mean tight access, steep pitches and roofs that have been altered many times over the years. Before quoting, I look at how the roof has been put together, what's been added since, and where water is most likely getting in. You get a clear explanation, a fixed written quote and agreed dates, and I keep you updated every day while the work is under way.

If you're in Farncombe, Busbridge or the surrounding lanes and aren't sure whether you're within my area, just get in touch and ask.

Paying and practicalities

Every job in Godalming is priced as a fixed quote after a free inspection, and the price you agree is the price you pay. Roof reports are the only thing I charge for before work begins. Payment is by BACS bank transfer (preferred), cash or cheque. I hold £1 million public liability insurance, and I keep you updated on progress every day until the site is cleared.

FAQ

Roofing in Godalming: Questions

Do you serve Godalming?

Yes, I cover Godalming in GU7.

How fast can you reach Godalming?

Godalming visits are planned in advance during normal working hours.

How much does roofing cost in Godalming?

I don't publish prices because every roof in Godalming is different. The inspection and estimate are free, and you'll get a fixed written quote; that's the price you pay. Roof reports are the only chargeable service before work.

Do you offer emergency roofing in Godalming?

I don't offer a 24-hour or out-of-hours emergency call-out in Godalming or anywhere else. If you have a leak or storm damage, get in touch during normal working hours and I'll arrange to come and look.

Do you work on older and period homes in Godalming?

Yes. Many Godalming roofs are older and more complex. I'll inspect carefully and explain the options before quoting.

Can you remove a chimney stack in Godalming?

Yes, I've removed a chimney stack for a Godalming customer.

What guarantees do you give?

Renewals carry company guarantees: 10 years on tiled roof renewals, 5 years on uPVC fascias and soffits, and 20 years on EPDM flat roofs. These are company guarantees, not insurance-backed, and repairs are not guaranteed.

Are you insured?

Yes, £1 million public liability insurance.

How do I pay?

Payment is by BACS bank transfer (preferred), cash or cheque. I don't take card payments.

Free estimate in Godalming

Get a Fixed Price for Your Godalming Roof

Tell me about the job and I'll arrange a free inspection and a fixed written quote. No obligation.

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