Resealing is the planned, whole-lantern version of a leak repair: we cut out the old, failed sealant, clean every joint back to a sound surface and reseal the cappings, ridge and eaves with materials that suit the frame. Send photos from Kenilworth (CV8) and we'll tell you which it is — with the price agreed in writing before any work.
Signs you need roof lantern resealing
- Black mould or dirt lines trapped in old silicone
- Sealant applied over sealant from previous patch repairs
- A lantern that is 8–15 years old and has never been maintained
Common causes we find
Sealant past its life
Exposed sealant on a roof takes UV, frost and constant expansion and contraction. It hardens, loses grip and pulls away from the glass.
Patch over patch
Fresh sealant run over old, dirty sealant rarely bonds. It looks fixed for a season and then lets go.
Roof lanterns in Kenilworth
Leaf fall from garden trees is the most common cause of eaves overflow on suburban extensions. If your lantern sits near trees, clearing the eaves channel each autumn prevents a lot of drips.
From Warwick to Kenilworth is roughly 5 miles — all part of the Warwickshire area we cover.
We also cover nearby Warwick (5 miles), Coventry (5 miles), Leamington Spa (5 miles).
Guide prices for roof lantern resealing in Kenilworth
Guide price for roof lantern resealing: £245–£495 ex VAT (£294–£594 inc VAT), per lantern. Towers or scaffold, where needed, are priced into the quote. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing before any work starts.
Do you need permission in England?
In England, like-for-like repairs to a roof lantern don't usually involve building control. A full replacement or a bigger opening is controlled under the Building Regulations 2010, so we set out the route in writing first. Listed buildings need listed building consent from the local council for alterations, and conservation areas can have extra controls; like-for-like repairs are treated differently from changes, so check with the council's conservation officer first.
How does it work?
- Send photosWhatsApp or upload a few photos and tell us when it leaks.
- Guide priceWe reply with a guide price and whether a visit is needed.
- Fixed price in writingYou approve the price and the date before anything starts.
- Repair and testWe fix what's failed, water-test where it matters, and send photos.
Roof lantern resealing in Kenilworth: questions
Can you repair a lantern someone else installed in Kenilworth?
Yes. We repair lanterns whoever fitted them. If yours is still under the installer's warranty, contact them first so you don't affect it.
Which places near Kenilworth do you cover?
As well as Kenilworth, we cover nearby Warwick, Coventry, Leamington Spa, Solihull and the rest of Warwickshire.
Can you match the colour of my frame?
We use sealants in common frame colours such as anthracite grey, black and white, and match as closely as the range allows.
How long does resealing take?
Most domestic lanterns take a few hours in dry weather.
Other lantern repairs in Kenilworth
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