A damaged roof left unattended can quickly lead to costly problems throughout your property. Water ingress rots timbers, damages ceilings, ruins insulation and can even compromise the structural integrity of your home. At Westlink Roofing and Guttering, we provide fast, professional roof repairs across Athlone, Westmeath and the entire Midlands region, ensuring your property stays dry, safe and protected.
With 27 years of experience diagnosing and repairing every type of roof problem, we know where to look, what causes the issue and how to fix it permanently. We do not believe in patch-and-hope repairs — every job we do is built to last.
Common Roof Problems We Repair
Roof Leaks
A leaking roof is the single most common repair call we receive. Leaks can stem from cracked or slipped slates, deteriorated flashing, blocked valleys, failed pointing or damaged flat roof membranes. Our team will trace the source of the leak accurately — which is often not directly above the damp patch you see inside — and carry out a permanent repair.
Storm Damage
Ireland's weather can be brutal on roofs. High winds strip slates and tiles, lift flashing and even damage ridge tiles and hip irons. After a storm, it is essential to have your roof inspected promptly. We provide rapid emergency response to secure your property and then schedule a full repair at the earliest opportunity.
Broken or Missing Slates and Tiles
Individual broken, cracked or missing slates and tiles are straightforward to replace, but they should not be ignored. Even a single gap in your roof covering allows rainwater to penetrate the underlay and timbers beneath. We carry a wide range of slates and tiles on our vehicles, so many repairs can be completed the same day.
Flashing Failure
Lead, zinc and copper flashings around chimneys, walls, valleys and dormers are critical for keeping water out of vulnerable junctions. Over time, mortar fillets crack, lead lifts and sealants perish. We strip out failed flashings and install new ones using traditional metalwork techniques that stand the test of time.
Ridge and Hip Tile Repairs
Loose or missing ridge tiles along the apex of your roof are both a water-ingress risk and a safety hazard in high winds. We re-bed and re-point ridge and hip tiles using modern, flexible mortar systems that accommodate thermal movement without cracking.
Our Roof Repair Process
- Inspection — we carry out a thorough roof inspection to identify every area of concern, not just the obvious one.
- Diagnosis — we explain clearly what has gone wrong, why it happened and what needs to be done to fix it.
- Quotation — you receive an honest, fixed-price quotation with no hidden charges. Our 14-day price guarantee gives you time to decide.
- Repair — our experienced team carries out the repair efficiently and to the highest standard, using quality materials throughout.
- Aftercare — we photograph the completed work so you can see exactly what was done, and we are always available if you have any follow-up questions.
When to Call a Roofer
Do not wait until a small problem becomes a big one. Contact us straight away if you notice any of the following:
- Damp patches or stains on ceilings or walls
- Slates, tiles or ridge pieces on the ground after a storm
- Daylight visible through the roof from inside the attic
- Sagging or uneven roofline
- Blocked or overflowing gutters causing water to back up under the eaves
- Moss growth lifting slates or tiles
If your roof needs attention, do not delay. Call Westlink Roofing on 085 224 5900 or request your free assessment online. We cover Roscommon, Offaly, Longford and Laois as well as Athlone and Westmeath.