Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert Leadwork Contractors in Warnham
Established in 1983, Paul Harrod Leadwork brings over four decades of expertise in traditional and modern leadwork. Our team of qualified professionals combines time-honoured craftsmanship with contemporary techniques to deliver bespoke solutions for lead flat roofs, cladding, flashings, and intricate architectural features. We have completed projects ranging from historic castles and churches to palaces, including recent work at Hampton Court Palace.Our commitment to quality ensures all projects meet or exceed Lead Sheet Association standards, with a focus on client satisfaction and preserving architectural heritage. With hands-on experience in sandcast, milled, and cast lead, we offer tailored advice and precision craftsmanship for both new builds and restoration projects.
Services
Lead flat roofing
Cladding
Flashings
Rainwater goods
Domes
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of specialist leadwork experience
- Qualified professionals with traditional and modern techniques
- Proven track record on historic and complex projects
- LSA-compliant workmanship for guaranteed quality
- Bespoke solutions from castles to modern properties
Associations and certifications
- Lead Sheet Association
Services
Lead flat roofing
Specialist installation of durable lead flat roofs using sandcast, milled, or cast lead. Our techniques ensure watertight finishes for both modern and historic properties, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern materials for long-lasting performance.
Cladding
Custom lead cladding solutions for walls and architectural features. We hand-dress and boss heavy gauge sandcast lead to create weather-resistant, aesthetically striking facades while maintaining structural integrity.
Flashings
Precision lead flashings for chimneys, roof valleys, and joints. Our work prevents water ingress while maintaining the visual harmony of heritage and contemporary buildings.
Rainwater goods
Fabrication and repair of lead rainwater pipes, hopper heads, and gutters. We restore historic systems and install new solutions that blend functionality with architectural aesthetics.
Domes
Handcrafted lead domes and curved structures for churches, palaces, and listed buildings. Our expertise includes repairing and replicating intricate designs using traditional metalworking techniques.
People
Paul Harrod
Owner
With over 40 years in leadwork, Paul Harrod leads projects combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. He oversees quality control and client consultations, ensuring every project meets exacting standards.
Questions
What types of leadwork do you specialise in?
We specialise in flat roofs, cladding, flashings, rainwater systems, and ornamental features for both historic and modern buildings.
Do you work on listed buildings or historic properties?
Yes, we have extensive experience working on castles, churches, and palaces, including recent projects at Hampton Court Palace.
Can you repair existing leadwork?
We offer repair services for split seams, damaged pipes, and weathered features using matching materials and traditional methods.
Do you supply materials to other contractors?
Yes, we can supply custom lead components like aprons and gutters to roofing contractors based on provided dimensions.
What areas do you cover?
While based in Warnham, we undertake projects nationwide, particularly for heritage and specialist leadwork requirements.
