Dry Ridge Roofing by Fineline Roofing

Local Roofers Covering Maidstone

Dry Ridge Roofing in Maidstone

Ridge tiles clipped and screwed down, with no mortar left to crack.

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Over 25 Years' Experience
Pitched & Flat Roofs
Kent & South East London

Roofing in Maidstone

A Ridge That Stays Put Without Mortar

Looking for dry ridge roofing in Maidstone? We work on homes across Maidstone and the surrounding area from our base in Kent, and every job starts with a proper look at the roof and a written price before any work is booked.

Traditionally, ridge tiles are bedded on mortar. Over the years that mortar cracks and washes out, and the ridge tiles work loose until a strong wind lifts them off. It is one of the most common reasons we are called to a roof after a storm.

A dry ridge system fixes each ridge tile mechanically to a ridge batten, with a weatherproof roll underneath that seals the gap while still letting the roof breathe. There is no mortar to maintain, the ridge is held down securely, and the ventilation it provides helps keep the loft dry. Current British Standards call for ridge tiles to be mechanically fixed, and a dry ridge system is a straightforward way to do that.

Dry Ridge Roofing work on a roof

What's Included

What the Job Covers

The parts of the job that decide how long the work lasts.

Old ridge tiles lifted and mortar cleared
Ridge batten and weatherproof ridge roll fitted
Each ridge tile mechanically fixed
Existing ridge tiles reused where sound
Ventilation along the ridge line

Dry Ridge Roofing

The Kind of Work We Do

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How It Works

First Call to Finished Roof

Why Choose Us

Straight Answers from the First Call

With over 25 years' experience, Fineline Roofing works on homes across Kent and south east London, and every job starts the same way: a proper look at the roof and a clear explanation of what it needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dry Ridge Roofing in Maidstone FAQs

What is a dry ridge system?

It fixes ridge tiles with clips and screws over a weatherproof roll, instead of bedding them in mortar. Nothing cracks or washes out, so the tiles stay secure.

Can my existing ridge tiles be reused?

If they are in good condition, yes. We lift them carefully, clean them and refit them on the new system.

Is dry ridge better than mortar?

It needs far less maintenance and holds the tiles down mechanically. Mortar-bedded ridges also need mechanical fixing under current standards.

Does a dry ridge help ventilate the loft?

Yes. The ridge roll lets air out at the top of the roof, which helps reduce condensation in the loft.

How long does fitting a dry ridge take?

On a typical house the ridge can often be done in a day once access is in place.

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