Emergency Roof Repairs (24/7)
24/7 Emergency Rooferin Colne & Across Lancashire:Made Safe, Made Dry.
Water coming through the ceiling or tiles blown off in a storm? Call us any time, day or night. We'll make your roof safe and watertight first, then fix it properly.
- 25 years' experience
- 5.0 Google rating
- £5m public liability
- Checkatrade member
- 24/7 emergency callouts
The service
What counts as a roofing emergency
An emergency roof repair is urgent work to stop water getting into your home or to make a dangerous roof safe. Common examples are tiles or slates blown off in a storm, ridges lifted by wind, a sudden leak through the ceiling, a fallen chimney pot, or damage from a falling tree branch.
It's for any homeowner, landlord or tenant facing active water ingress or a roof that's become unsafe. If water is coming in, or something on the roof is loose and could fall, it's an emergency.
Speed matters, but so does doing it safely. Going onto a wet, storm-damaged roof is dangerous without the right experience and equipment. We offer 24/7 emergency callouts for storm damage and leaks.
Why it matters
Why roof emergencies get worse fast
Every hour water comes through an open roof, it soaks into insulation, timbers, plaster and electrics. Ceilings can fill with water and collapse. Damage that could have been limited to a few tiles can spread to the rooms below.
Loose tiles, ridges or chimney pots can fall in high winds, putting people and property at risk.
Insurers generally expect you to take reasonable steps to limit further damage, getting the roof made watertight quickly helps.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Climbing onto the roof yourself in bad weather.
- Waiting for the weather to clear while water keeps coming in.
- Not photographing damage for your insurer.
- Treating a temporary fix as permanent.
Our process
How we handle your emergency roof repairs (24/7)
- 01
Call us
Call 07377 976431 any time. Tell us what's happened and where.
- 02
Assess
We assess the damage and the safest way to access the roof.
- 03
Make safe and watertight
We secure loose materials and stop water getting in.
- 04
Permanent repair
Once safe, we quote and carry out a proper permanent repair.
- 05
Photo record
Photos of the damage and the repair, useful if you're making an insurance claim.
What you get
The benefits, in plain terms
24/7
Emergency callouts day and night for storm damage and leaks.
Damage limited
Making the roof watertight quickly reduces damage inside.
Safe access
Experienced roofers working at height in difficult conditions.
Proper follow-up
Temporary measures followed by a permanent repair.
Insurance support
Photographs to support your claim.
Fully insured
£5m public liability plus employer's liability.
In detail
Common roof emergencies and what we do
Emergency and repair work is not covered by the 10-year insurance-backed guarantee, which applies to full roof replacements.
Storm-damaged tiles and slates
Strong winds lift tiles and slates, especially on exposed hillside properties across the Pennines. We refix or replace missing coverings, or temporarily cover the area until a permanent repair can be made.
Sudden leaks
A leak during heavy rain may come from a slipped tile, a blocked valley, failed flashing or an overflowing gutter. We trace and stop it.
Chimney and ridge damage
Loose ridge tiles and chimney pots are a falling hazard. We make them secure as a priority.
Fallen trees and impact damage
Branches or debris can puncture roofs. We make the roof safe and watertight, then assess the structure for permanent repair.
Storm season across Lancashire and Yorkshire
The Pennine hills between Lancashire and Yorkshire catch the full force of Atlantic storms. Exposed properties on hillsides around Colne, Keighley, Skipton and the Dales are particularly vulnerable to lifted ridges and slipped slates. Many emergency calls come in during the autumn and winter storm season. A pre-winter inspection can catch loose tiles and ridges before a storm finds them.
Temporary covers and what happens next
Where a permanent repair isn't possible straight away, because of the weather, the extent of the damage or materials needed, we make the roof watertight with a temporary cover. That buys time to properly assess the roof, provide photographs for any insurance claim, and carry out a permanent repair or, if the damage is extensive, quote for a replacement.
Preventing the next emergency
Many roof emergencies are caused by small problems that were already there before the storm hit: a loose ridge tile, a slipped slate, a cracked mortar verge, or a blocked gutter. Once an emergency repair is done, we'll tell you if we've spotted other weak points while we were up there. Dealing with these in calmer weather costs less and avoids another urgent call when the next storm arrives. If the roof is reaching the end of its life, we'll give you an honest view on whether replacement would put a stop to repeated emergencies.
Who to call first in a roofing emergency
If water is coming through a ceiling near light fittings, make the area safe first by switching off the electrics to that part of the house if you can do so safely. Then call us on 07377 976431. Tell us what's happened, which part of the roof is affected and whether anything is loose. If you're planning to claim on insurance, take photographs of the damage inside and, from the ground, outside: it helps your claim and helps us understand the problem before we arrive.
Please don't climb onto the roof yourself. Wet, storm-damaged roofs are dangerous even for experienced trades, and a fall can be far more costly than any leak.
Working with Vertex
What it's like to work with us
Vertex Roofing Group is a roofing company based at Emmott Court in Colne. Brendan O'Hanlon founded the business in 2017 after years on the tools, and today a team of six carries out every emergency roof repairs (24/7) job we take on. You deal with the people doing the work, not a call centre.
Every job starts with a proper inspection. You get a written quote based on what we've actually seen, and if something unexpected turns up once work begins, we show you photographs and agree it with you before anything changes.
Staged payments on larger jobs
On larger projects such as roof replacements, you pay in four 25% stages: to book, when materials and scaffolding arrive, at the halfway point, and on completion and sign-off. You never pay too far ahead of the work.
Insured and reviewed
We hold £5 million public liability insurance and employer's liability cover, we're a Checkatrade member, and we're rated 5.0 on Google by customers across Lancashire and Yorkshire.
Are you really available 24/7?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency callouts for storm damage and leaks. Call 07377 976431.
How much does an emergency callout cost?
It depends on the damage and time of call. We'll talk you through costs when you call.
What should I do while I wait?
Move belongings away from the leak, put containers down, and if water is near light fittings, switch off electrics to that area if it's safe. Don't go onto the roof.
Will my insurance cover storm damage?
Many policies cover sudden storm damage. We can provide photographs to support your claim, but check your policy.
Is an emergency repair permanent?
Sometimes. Often we make the roof watertight first and then carry out a permanent repair once conditions allow.
Is emergency work guaranteed?
Repairs are not covered by the 10-year insurance-backed guarantee that comes with full roof replacements.
Can you work in bad weather?
We'll do what can be done safely to stop water getting in.
Which areas do you cover for emergencies?
Lancashire and Yorkshire, plus Kendal and the Lake District.
Do you cover landlords' properties in an emergency?
Yes. We work with landlords across Lancashire and Yorkshire and can provide photographs of the damage and repair for your records.
Can you deal with a fallen chimney pot?
Yes. Loose or fallen pots are a safety risk, and we make the stack safe as a priority.
Related services
Water coming in? Call now.
24/7 emergency callouts for storm damage and leaks across Lancashire and Yorkshire.
Your next step is simple. Request an estimate or call us, and we'll arrange a time to inspect your roof. You'll see what we find, get an honest recommendation on your emergency roof repairs (24/7), and receive an accurate written quote. There's no obligation and no pressure: just clear information from a local team based in Colne who cover Lancashire, Yorkshire, Kendal and the Lake District.
£5m insured · Staged payments · 5.0 on Google