Rebedding Roof Tiles
So Ridge Caps Sit Firm
Rebedding roof tiles resets loose ridge and hip caps on fresh bedding, so they sit firm and keep water out. We lift the caps, clear away old crumbling mortar, reset each cap in line, and finish with flexible pointing. Our owner is on site for every job, and every quote is fixed and in writing.
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What Is Roof Tile Bedding?
On a tiled roof, the ridge and hip caps sit on a bed of mortar that fills the gap between the caps and the tiles below. This bedding holds the caps in place and seals the gap against water, wind, and pests.
Over the top of the bedding sits the pointing, a thinner layer that seals the edge. When the bedding itself breaks down, pointing alone cannot hold the caps firm, and rebedding roof tiles is the fix.
Why Ridge Bedding Breaks Down
Traditional bedding is a sand and cement mix. It is strong but rigid, so over the years it cracks and crumbles because of:
- Heat and cold: The roof expands and contracts every day.
- Roof movement: Houses settle, and timber frames shift slightly.
- Water getting in: Through cracked pointing, which washes out the bedding.
- Age: Most original bedding lasts decades, then gives out.
How We Rebed Roof Tiles
Rebedding roof tiles is careful, hands-on work. Our process is:
- Lift the caps: Each ridge or hip cap is removed and set aside.
- Remove old bedding: Crumbling mortar is cleared back to a sound base.
- Lay fresh bedding: A new bed is laid along the ridge line.
- Reset the caps: Each cap is pressed into place, straight and evenly spaced.
- Apply pointing: Flexible pointing seals the edges and holds the caps firm.
Hips, Gable Ends, and Apex Points
Ridges are not the only place that needs bedding. Hips run down the corners of the roof, gable ends finish the sides, and apex points join several ridges. These areas take the brunt of the wind and often fail first.
When rebedding roof tiles, we check each of these areas and include any that need work, so the whole roof is secure.
Replacing Broken Ridge Caps
Caps are sometimes cracked or broken when bedding fails, or they were damaged years ago. We replace broken caps with matching profiles where possible, so the ridge line looks consistent.
We also replace any cracked tiles beside the ridge, as these are often damaged when old bedding pushes them out of line.
What Affects the Cost of Rebedding Roof Tiles
The cost of rebedding roof tiles depends on:
- Length of ridges and hips: Measured in lineal metres.
- Roof pitch and height: Steeper and taller roofs take longer.
- Broken caps: How many need replacing.
- Partial or full: Whether some or all ridges need rebedding.
Contact us for a free inspection and fixed quote. See our roof rebedding page for more.
Our Process for Rebedding
Roof Tiles
Careful, hands-on work that holds your ridges firm.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rebedding Roof Tiles
Answers about what rebedding is and why it matters.
Get a Free QuoteIt means lifting the ridge or hip caps, removing old mortar, and resetting them on fresh bedding.
Look for loose or misaligned caps, mortar in the gutters, or leaks near ridges.
No. Repointing seals the edge. Rebedding replaces the mortar the caps sit on.
Yes. We check and rebed all areas that need it.
We replace them with matching caps where possible.
Most homes take one to two days, depending on the ridge length.
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If you have noticed a leak, loose tiles, sagging gutters, cracked mortar, ceiling stains, or storm damage, do not wait until the next downpour tests it again.
We will inspect your roof, explain the issue clearly, and help you choose the right fix.
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