We carry out urgent leak make-safe in Oakham and across the LE15 area. When a lantern is letting in a lot of water or the glass is broken, the first job is to stop more damage.

Signs you need urgent leak make-safe
- Water pouring in during a storm
- A capping or vent blown off
- Water near light fittings or sockets
Why it happens
Storm damage
High winds can lift cappings and vents.
Sudden seal failure
A failing joint can let go in heavy rain.
Roof lanterns in Oakham
Most inland lantern leaks aren't storm damage; they're usually tired sealant, a lifted capping or blocked eaves drainage. All three are quick to find and fix once you know where to look.
Close by, we also cover Uppingham (5 miles), Melton Mowbray (9 miles), Stamford (11 miles).
How much should it cost?
Typical range: £195–£395 ex VAT, which is £234–£474 with 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 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.
Urgent leak make-safe in Oakham: questions
Do you cover Oakham?
Yes. We cover Oakham, including the LE15 postcode area, as part of Rutland. Send photos by WhatsApp or the form for a free guide price, and we'll confirm the fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Which places near Oakham do you cover?
As well as Oakham, we cover nearby Uppingham, Melton Mowbray, Stamford, Corby and the rest of Rutland.
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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