Specialists in lead roofing, lead flashings, repairs, welding and architectural leadwork using rolled lead sheet manufactured to BS EN 12588.
Obsessed with detail. Committed to longevity. Focused on doing things properly.
The Lead Lads® is a specialist leadwork brand focused on lead roofing, lead flashings, valleys, gutters, chimney details, flat roofs, repairs, welding and architectural leadwork.
Our work covers residential, commercial, ecclesiastical and heritage buildings, combining traditional leadworking skills with modern safety, design and performance requirements.
We use rolled lead sheet manufactured to BS EN 12588 and approach design and installation with reference to the relevant principles of BS 6915, recognised Lead Sheet Association guidance and established industry good practice.
Contracted works are delivered by trained and competent leadworkers operating through the licensed Lead Lads® contractor, with an emphasis on correct detailing, movement allowance and long-term weathering performance.
Designed around thermal movement, bay sizes, material code, fixings and recognised BS 6915 principles.
Traditional leadworking, skilled welding, bossing and carefully formed roofing details.
Residential, commercial, ecclesiastical, heritage and specialist architectural leadwork.
Our leadworkers understand complete roof interfaces, including slate, tile, masonry, timber substrates, joinery and rainwater details. This enables leadwork to be considered as part of the wider roof construction rather than as an isolated element.
Correct laps, suitable fixings, appropriate material selection, movement allowance and carefully formed junctions are fundamental to long-term performance.
Lead is one of the most durable and adaptable roofing materials available, but only when it is detailed and installed correctly. Excessive bay sizes, poor support, restricted movement and unsuitable fixings can all lead to premature failure.
Our approach focuses on details that weather properly, move naturally and remain serviceable for decades rather than years.
Discuss a Leadwork ProjectOur specialist leadworkers undertake complete lead roofing projects and individual weathering details, from localised flashing repairs to valleys, gutters, flat roof bays, chimney work and welded lead fabrication.
Complete lead roofs, flat roof bays, dormers, canopies, gutters and traditional rolled or welted roof details.
Aprons, soakers, stepped flashings, cover flashings, parapets, abutments and chimney weatherings.
Assessment and repair of split bays, failed joints, defective outlets, fatigue and poor historic detailing.
Valley repair, renewal and relining with appropriate laps, drips, support and movement allowance.
Chimney aprons, soakers, stepped flashings, cover flashings, saddles and back gutters.
Welded seams, corners, outlets, sumps, chutes and bespoke architectural or weathering details.
The Lead Lads® works with homeowners, property professionals, contractors and specialist project teams requiring technically sound and carefully executed leadwork.
Lead roof repairs, chimney flashings, valleys, flat roofs and replacement details for homes and managed properties.
Specialist leadwork packages, technical input, surveys, quotations and detailed installation support.
Traditional and conservation-led leadwork for churches, listed buildings, historic structures and architectural features.
The Lead Lads® is a registered trademark owned by ONCOMMERCE LIMITED and operated under licence.
All quotations, contracts and site works are undertaken by Penman Leadwork & Roofing Ltd, trading as The Lead Lads® as an independent franchisee.
Penman Leadwork & Roofing Ltd contracts directly with customers and is responsible for the management, execution and delivery of all contracted works. ONCOMMERCE LIMITED is the franchisor and brand owner and is not a party to contracts for roofing, leadwork or construction services.
Penman Leadwork & Roofing Ltd
Company No. 17034011
12 Woodside, Wrenthorpe
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
WF2 0LE
View completed lead roofing, flashing, valley, chimney and specialist architectural leadwork.
Our approach combines rolled lead sheet manufactured to BS EN 12588 with design and installation informed by BS 6915, recognised Lead Sheet Association guidance and established industry good practice.
Our licensed contractor undertakes work ranging from detailed domestic repairs and chimney weatherings to substantial commercial, ecclesiastical and heritage leadwork packages.
Get in TouchEmail: hello@theleadlads.co.uk
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