07933 167921lansdelljake@gmail.com 26 Saint Matthews Court, Ashford TW15 2EDOpen 24/7 Services - Pitched Roofing - Flat Roofing (EPDM) - Slate Roofing - Leadwork - Roof Carpentry & Framework - Fascias, Soffits & Guttering - Roof Repairs - Roof Cleaning - Exterior Building Areas - Roofers in Essex - Roofers in Chingford - Roofers in Chelmsford - Roofers in Romford - Roofers in Springfield - Roofers in Brentwood - Roofers in Hornchurch - Roofers in Woodford - Roofers in Great Baddow - Roofers in North & West London Our Work About Reviews Contact 07933 167921Get a Fixed-Price Quote Home / Services / Roof Carpentry & Framework # Roof Carpentry& Timber Framework in EssexNew Roof Frames & Timber Repairs New tiles are only as good as the timber holding them. We repair and build roof framework properly so your roof stays straight and strong. Get a Free Fixed-Price Quote 07933 167921 5.0 from 44+ Google reviews · 25 years' experience · Nothing to pay until it's done 25 yrs Trade experience 0% Deposit; pay on completion 25-year Warranty on new pitched & EPDM roofs £1m Public liability cover 24/7 Open for emergencies The service ## The structure behind your roof Under every tile and slate is a timber framework, including rafters, purlins, wall plates and battens, that carries the weight of the roof. When that timber is rotten, undersized or has been altered badly, no amount of new tiling will make the roof last. Our team handles roof carpentry and timber framework as part of re-roofs and as standalone structural work. We also build and repair specialist structures such as parapet walls and London roof configurations, where the framework, gutters and leadwork have to work together. Because the same permanent team does carpentry, tiling and leadwork, the structure is built with the finished roof in mind, and covered by a written guarantee certificate. ### Who this is for - Roofs with a visible dip, sag or uneven ridge line - Rafters or wall plates damaged by long-term leaks - Re-roofs where the timber needs upgrading first - London roofs and parapet structures needing rebuilding Warning signs ## What happens when roof timbers fail Timber damage creeps. A leak left for a couple of winters can leave rafters soft and the roof line visibly dipping. ### Sagging roof Weakened rafters let the roof sag, cracking tiles and opening gaps for more water. ### Wasted re-roof New tiles fitted on rotten timber will move and fail long before their time. ### Structural risk Badly decayed framework can become unsafe, especially under the weight of wet tiles or snow. ### Rising costs Repairing a few rafters now is far cheaper than rebuilding a whole slope later. ### Common mistakes homeowners make - Re-tiling over rafters that haven't been checked - Ignoring a dipping ridge line - Leaving the cause of the original leak unfixed after timber repairs - Altering roof timbers in the loft without proper support Our Process ## Five clear steps, one fixed price. - STEP 1 ### Free survey & inspection We come out, inspect the roof properly and take before-photos and video so you can see exactly what we see. There is no call-out fee. - STEP 2 ### Diagnosis & fixed written quote We explain the cause in plain English, recommend what actually needs doing, and put a fixed price in writing. That price will not change for the agreed schedule of work. - STEP 3 ### Scaffold & work carried out Scaffolding goes up before any work begins. Jake's permanent four-man team, with experienced site specialists where needed, carry out the work and send progress videos throughout. - STEP 4 ### Checks & clean-up Every detail is checked before we come down. The site is cleared and tidied, including any debris on your neighbours' side, and the scaffold is dismantled straight after completion. - STEP 5 ### Completion, guarantee & payment You receive a written guarantee certificate for the work. Only then, on the day the job is complete, is payment due. Nothing is taken upfront. What you get ## Why choose Crown for roof carpentry & framework ### Built to last Rotten timbers are replaced, not hidden, so the new roof sits on a sound frame. ### Seen before it's covered Photo and video updates show you the timber condition and repairs before the roof is closed up. ### One accountable team Carpentry, membrane, tiling and leadwork by the same crew, no gaps between trades. ### Fixed written price Agreed work is priced in writing, and any extra repairs are shown to you and agreed first. ### Pay on completion 0% deposit, with payment due only when the work is finished. ### Guaranteed A written guarantee certificate is issued for all work. More detail ## Roof carpentry in detail ### Timber repairs during re-roofs When we strip a roof, every rafter and wall plate is exposed. We check for rot, splits and previous botched repairs and replace or strengthen sections before laying membrane and battens. This is the stage most likely to be skipped by a rushed roofer, and the one that matters most. ### Timber framework Where sections of a roof need rebuilding, our team constructs new timber framework to carry the roof covering correctly. This includes work around dormers, extensions and where roofs join together. ### Parapet walls and London roofs Many terraced homes in North and West London have parapet walls and central valley roofs. The timber structure, the falls of the gutter and the leadwork lining all need to be right for water to drain. We build and repair these as a complete system. - Parapet wall structures and cappings - London (butterfly) roof framework - Valley and boxed gutter bases - Joins between main roofs and extensions ### Residential and commercial work We carry out roof carpentry on homes and commercial buildings, on the same terms: free survey, fixed written price, 0% deposit and payment on completion. ### How our terms protect you Most roofing complaints come down to three things: prices that rise once work starts, deposits paid for work that never gets finished, and not knowing what was actually done. Our terms are built to remove all three. Fixed written price. After your free survey you receive a written quote for the agreed schedule of work. That figure will not change. If we find something unexpected once work is underway, we show you photo or video evidence and you choose whether to add it as an optional extra. Nothing is added without your say-so. 0% deposit. We don't take money upfront. Full payment is due on the day the project is completed, so the risk sits with us, not you. Evidence at every stage. You get before-photos and videos ahead of any work, and progress videos throughout. You'll see what's under your tiles, what we've replaced and how it was finished, even if you're at work all day. Written guarantee. Every job ends with a written guarantee certificate, and new pitched roofs and EPDM flat roofs carry a 25-year warranty. We're also covered by £1,000,000 public liability insurance. Scaffold only as long as needed. Where scaffolding is required, it goes up before work begins and comes down straight after completion, so it isn't left standing outside your home for weeks. ### Areas we cover for roof carpentry & framework We carry out roof carpentry & framework across Essex, Chingford, Chelmsford, Romford, Springfield, Brentwood, Hornchurch, Woodford, Great Baddow and North & West London. See all areas we cover. ### Related services - Pitched Roofing - Leadwork - Slate Roofing - Back to homepage Common questions ## Roof Carpentry & Framework FAQs How do I know if my roof timbers are damaged?+Signs include a dipping ridge, uneven slopes, damp patches in the loft and soft timber. We inspect and send you photos and video so you can see for yourself. Can timber be repaired, or does it all need replacing?+Often only the damaged sections need replacing. We'll tell you honestly what's needed after inspecting the roof. Will timber repairs change my quote?+Agreed work is fixed in writing. If we find extra damage once the roof is open, we show you evidence and you decide whether to add it. How long does carpentry work take?+Most timber repairs are done during the re-roof itself, which is often completed in 1–3 days. Larger structural work will be scheduled clearly at the survey. Is the work guaranteed?+Yes. A written guarantee certificate is issued on completion for all work, and new pitched roofs carry a 25-year warranty. Do you work on London roofs?+Yes, including parapet walls and London roof configurations across North and West London. Do I need to pay a deposit?+No. We take 0% upfront. Full payment is due on the day the work is completed, so you are never paying for work that hasn't happened yet. Are you insured?+Yes. Crown Roofing & Building Services carries public liability insurance up to £1,000,000. Do you take emergency call-outs?+Yes. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for enquiries and emergency call-outs. Call 07933 167921 and you will speak to the team directly. What customers say ## Rated 5.0 from 44+ Google reviews "Upon meeting Jake, both my mum and I knew we were in safe hands… They clean up as they go, they will clean up your neighbour's area too. The joy of having a roof in one day, utterly impressive. Nothing upfront! The work is guaranteed with a certificate."Bella · TrustATrader"Our flat extension roof was 22 years old and leaking badly. They got it all done in 1 day with new boards and rubber coating. They also cleared all the moss and the gutters. Left it all tidy."Simon Thompson · Google"My guttering, fascia and soffits needed replacing as the wood had begun to rot. I called on Tuesday and they had sorted it by Wednesday. Kept us informed throughout."Minar Miah · Google Open 24/7 · No deposit ## Get your roof sorted, and pay only when it's done. Free survey, a written fixed price, and a 25-year warranty on new pitched and EPDM flat roofs. Get a Fixed-Price QuoteCall 07933 167921 25 years of trade experience. Fixed prices, 0% deposit and written guarantees on every job. 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