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Urgent leak make-safe in Cwmbran

We cover Cwmbran and the wider Gwent area for urgent leak make-safe. In short, we arrange temporary weatherproofing for badly leaking or broken lanterns, then book the permanent fix — and you know the price before any work begins.

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When a lantern is letting in a lot of water or the glass is broken, the first job is to stop more damage. Send photos from Cwmbran (NP44) and we'll tell you which it is — with the price agreed in writing before any work.

Roof lantern temporarily covered with clear waterproof sheeting in the rain at dusk

Is it time for urgent leak make-safe?

  • Broken or missing glass
  • A capping or vent blown off
  • Water near light fittings or sockets

Why it happens

Impact

Falling branches or debris can break glass.

Sudden seal failure

A failing joint can let go in heavy rain.

Covering Cwmbran and nearby

Damp, mild winters keep moss and algae growing on flat roofs and lantern frames, which holds water against seals and blocks weep slots. Regular clearing makes a real difference in wetter areas.

We cover Cwmbran as part of Gwent, about 5 miles from Newport, Gwent.

Neighbouring places we cover include Pontypool (3 miles), Risca (5 miles), Newport, Gwent (5 miles).

How much should it cost?

Guide price, per visit£195–£395 ex VAT£234–£474 inc VAT

Most urgent leak make-safe jobs come in between £195 and £395 ex VAT (£234–£474 including VAT), per visit. 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 Wales?

Most lantern repairs in Wales need no approval at all. Where a job turns into a replacement, the Building Regulations 2010 (as applied in Wales) apply and we confirm how the work will be signed off before we start. Listed buildings in Wales need listed building consent from the local planning authority for alterations, with Cadw guidance on historic buildings; check with the council before changing a lantern on a listed property.

How does it work?

  1. Send photosWhatsApp or upload a few photos and tell us when it leaks.
  2. Guide priceWe reply with a guide price and whether a visit is needed.
  3. Fixed price in writingYou approve the price and the date before anything starts.
  4. Repair and testWe fix what's failed, water-test where it matters, and send photos.

Urgent leak make-safe in Cwmbran: questions

How do I get a price for urgent leak make-safe in Cwmbran?

Send a few photos of the lantern and the problem, with your Cwmbran postcode. We'll reply with a guide price and tell you whether a visit is needed before we can fix the price.

Do you need to visit to price urgent leak make-safe?

Not always. Clear photos are often enough for a guide price. Where the cause isn't obvious, a visit to inspect and water-test is charged from £145 ex VAT, confirmed before we come.

How quickly can you come?

We arrange make-safe visits as soon as we can, depending on weather, access and where you are. We'll give you an honest time when you call.

Will my insurer pay?

Storm damage is often covered; check your policy. We provide photos and a written quote.

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