Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Roofing Contractors in Yeovil & Sherborne
Established in 1970, Ableson Roofing has built a reputation as one of the South West's longest-established roofing contractors. Our expertise spans all aspects of roofing and leadwork, from small repairs to projects involving listed manor houses. With a foundation in traditional craftsmanship, we utilise natural slates, clay tiles, and modern materials to deliver durable solutions. Our team combines decades of experience with City and Guilds qualifications, ensuring technical excellence across every project. We operate our own scaffolding systems, reducing inconvenience for clients while maintaining efficiency. All work is backed by comprehensive public and employer's liability insurance, providing clients with complete peace of mind.Our commitment to quality extends to leadwork executed to LSA standards, with chimney flashings lead-welded for superior durability. We serve residential and commercial clients across Yeovil, Sherborne, Glastonbury, and surrounding areas. Our portfolio includes new builds, conservation projects, and heritage restorations, demonstrating our adaptability to diverse architectural requirements. With over 50 years of continuous service, we remain a trusted local partner for roofing solutions that combine traditional expertise with modern innovation.
Services
Slating
Tiling
Leadwork
Flat Roofing
Chimney Removal
Fascia Installation
Guttering Systems
Roof Repairs
Conservation Roofing
New Build Roofing
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of continuous experience in roofing and leadwork
- Our team includes City and Guilds qualified carpenters and roof tilers
- We operate our own scaffolding systems for greater efficiency
- We serve Yeovil, Sherborne, Glastonbury and surrounding areas
- All work is backed by comprehensive public liability insurance
Services
Slating
We specialise in natural slate roofing using materials from Spanish, Glendyne, Brazilian and reclaimed Welsh sources. Our expertise includes both traditional and modern installation techniques. Each slating project benefits from our decades of experience working with heritage and contemporary properties across the South West region.
Tiling
Our tiling services cover clay double roman, pan tiles, and plain tiles for older properties. We also install modern clay and concrete tile systems. With experience dating back to 1970, we ensure proper installation that balances aesthetic appeal with weatherproof performance for both residential and commercial buildings.
Leadwork
We provide specialist leadwork to LSA standards, including chimney flashings with lead-welded joints. Our expertise extends to complete lead roofs and complex detailing. This critical aspect of roofing receives particular attention to prevent future failures through proper welding techniques rather than simple dressing.
Flat Roofing
Our flat roofing solutions include 20-year guarantee felt systems, GRP (fibreglass), and EPDM rubber roofing. We've successfully installed these systems since 1992, with early projects still performing well. Each installation combines proven materials like Carlisle Syntec's Rubberbond fleeceback EPDM with expert workmanship for maximum longevity.
Chimney Removal
We offer competitive chimney removal and rebuild services supported by our own scaffolding systems. Our approach ensures safe, efficient work with minimal disruption to property owners. Whether partial or complete chimney work is required, our experience with heritage and modern properties guarantees professional results.
People
Roger Ableson
Founder
Established the business in 1970 after training as a City and Guilds qualified carpenter and joiner. His early career involved constructing roofs on building sites before specialising in roofing contracts that formed the foundation of Ableson Roofing's expertise.
Gavin Ableson
Director
Joined the business in 1987 following a roof slater and tiler apprenticeship at Brunel Technical College. His decision to specialise in roofing addressed industry shortages and continues to inform the company's technical approach to this day.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We work throughout Yeovil, Sherborne, Glastonbury and surrounding areas of Somerset and Dorset.
What types of roofing do you handle?
We specialise in slating, tiling, leadwork, flat roofing systems, and chimney removal/rebuilds.
Are you qualified for heritage projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience working on listed buildings and conservation projects.
Do you provide insurance documentation?
Yes, we hold full public and employer's liability insurance with documentation available upon request.
What guarantees do you offer?
We provide 20-year guarantees on our felt and GRP flat roofing systems.
How long have you been in business?
We've been serving the South West since our establishment in 1970 by Roger Ableson.
