Roofing

Pointing

Small mortar joints, a big job keeping your roof watertight.

Overview

Pointing You Can Depend On

Ridge tiles, hip tiles and verges are traditionally bedded and pointed in mortar, sealing the joints between tiles and holding them securely in place along the highest and most exposed lines of the roof. Over time, that mortar cracks, erodes and eventually fails, allowing wind-driven rain in and, in more severe cases, letting ridge tiles work loose entirely. Advanced Roofers Ltd carries out roof pointing repairs across ridges, hips, verges and chimney stacks.

We assess whether traditional re-pointing with a weatherproof mortar mix is the right fix, or whether upgrading to a mechanical dry-fix ridge and verge system offers better long-term value — dry-fix systems clip tiles mechanically in place rather than relying on mortar, removing the risk of future mortar failure altogether.

Because ridge and verge lines sit at the most exposed points on a roof, catching failing pointing early is one of the most cost-effective pieces of roof maintenance available — a relatively small repair here prevents tiles working loose, slipping, or letting water track into the roof structure below.

We also carry out brick pointing repairs to chimney stacks and parapet walls as part of our wider roofing work, using a mortar mix matched to the age and type of the existing brickwork so repairs blend in rather than standing out.

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Pointing at a Glance

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Stops Water at the Ridge
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Secures Loose Tiles
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Dry-Fix Upgrade Available
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Cost-Effective Maintenance

Signs you may need our pointing service

Not sure whether now is the right time to get in touch? These are some of the most common signs our customers mention when they first contact us about pointing — if any of these sound familiar, it’s worth arranging a free, no-obligation inspection.

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⚠Cracked, crumbling or missing mortar along the ridge or hip line
⚠A ridge tile that looks loose, lifted or slightly out of line
⚠Sandy mortar debris collecting in the gutter below the ridge
⚠Daylight or draughts noticeable at the verge from inside the loft
⚠Visible gaps or erosion in mortar joints on a chimney stack

Recent Work

Pointing projects we've completed

A few real examples of our workmanship out in the field.

Benefits

Why choose our pointing service

Here's what sets our approach apart, from the materials we use to the guarantees we stand behind.

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Stops Water at the Ridge

Sound pointing keeps wind-driven rain from tracking beneath ridge and verge tiles into the roof structure.

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Secures Loose Tiles

Re-bedding and pointing restores a secure fixing for ridge, hip and verge tiles, preventing movement or slippage.

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Dry-Fix Upgrade Available

Mechanical dry-fix systems remove reliance on mortar entirely, offering a longer-lasting alternative where appropriate.

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Cost-Effective Maintenance

Repointing is a relatively small job that prevents much costlier repairs from tiles working loose or slipping.

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Matches Existing Mortar

We colour-match new mortar to your existing roof wherever possible for a consistent, tidy finish.

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Guaranteed Workmanship

All pointing repairs are covered by our workmanship guarantee.

How It Works

Our Pointing process

A clear, step-by-step approach so you always know what's happening and when.

1
Roof Inspection
We check ridge, hip, verge and chimney pointing for cracking, erosion and loose tiles.
2
Recommendation
We advise whether traditional re-pointing or a dry-fix upgrade offers the best solution for your roof.
3
Removing Failed Mortar
Old, failed or crumbling mortar is carefully raked out and removed from the affected joints.
4
Re-Bedding Tiles
Ridge, hip or verge tiles are re-bedded securely in fresh mortar or fitted with dry-fix clips and unions.
5
Pointing & Finishing
Joints are neatly pointed to shed water correctly and finished to match the surrounding roof line.
6
Final Inspection
We check the completed pointing is secure and weathertight before considering the job finished.

FAQs

Pointing questions, answered

Still have a question about this service? We're happy to help.

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Traditional pointing bonds ridge and verge tiles in place with mortar, while a dry-fix system uses mechanical clips and seals instead — dry-fix removes the risk of future mortar cracking and is increasingly common on newer roofs.