24/7 Emergency Call-Outs info@goliathroofing.co.uk·0800 009 6010 Services Roofing (All Services)Flat Roof Replacement & RepairRidge Installation (Dry & Mortar)Roof InspectionsLead Flashing Install & RepairRoof Leak RepairRoof InstallationChimney RepairTile, Batten & Membrane Replacement Areas YorkEasingwoldThirskRiponWetherbyTadcasterPocklingtonMaltonDunningtonHaxbyHuntingtonHeslingtonCopmanthorpeEscrickWheldrakeElvingtonBishop WiltonMillingtonSherburn in Elmet About AboutReviews Our WorkContact24/7 Line0800 009 6010Request Free Quote CallGet Free Quote Ridge Systems · Dry & Mortar Bedded # Ridge Installation in York.Dry Fixed. Mortar Bedded.Compliant. Watertight. Loose ridge tiles, cracked mortar, ventilation failing Building Regs; we install both dry ridge systems and traditionally bedded ridges to current British Standards. Fixed-price quotes. Written 10-year workmanship guarantee on full installations. Request Free Quote Call 0800 009 6010 Installed to BS 5534 · Fixed-price quote · Written 10-year workmanship guarantee on full installations Free Standard Inspections Fixed-Price Every Quote, Always 10-Year Workmanship Guarantee* £2M Public Liability *On full installations. Minor repairs carry a 5-year workmanship guarantee. 24/7 emergency call-outs across York & North Yorkshire. Overview ## The work, plainly explained. ### What it is The ridge is the horizontal cap that closes the top of a pitched roof and controls high-level ventilation. We install both dry ridge systems (mechanically fixed, screw-secured, integrated ventilation) and traditional mortar-bedded ridges where the property style demands it, always to the mechanical fixing requirements of BS 5534. ### Who it's for Homeowners noticing daylight or draughts at the roof apex, landlords managing older housing stock, and property owners who've had ridge tiles blow loose in York's exposed weather. Also anyone re-roofing and required to bring the ridge up to current Standards. ### When it's needed Ridge tiles visibly out of alignment, cracked mortar bedding falling into gutters, tiles that have slipped or been blown off in storms, or a roof over 15 years old that has never had its ridge overhauled. Ridge failure is a leading storm-damage claim. ### Why professional work matters Since the 2015 revision of BS 5534, mortar alone is no longer considered sufficient to hold ridge tiles down, mechanical fixing is now required. Getting this wrong risks tiles blowing off, invalidating any workmanship claim, and creating a serious safety hazard. If it's left ## What actually happens when this gets ignored. None of this is scare-copy. It's what we see, week in, week out, on roofs across York and North Yorkshire that were left one winter too long. ### Tiles blowing off in storms A ridge tile hitting a car or a passer-by is a five-figure liability event. Loose mortar bedding does not comply with current wind uplift requirements in exposed areas. ### Water ingress at the apex Failed ridge bedding lets driven rain straight into the roof space, soaking rafters, insulation and ceilings from the highest point. ### Condensation & rotting timbers A ridge that fails to ventilate correctly traps warm, moist air in the loft. Over one or two winters, that condensation soaks timbers, insulation and plasterboard from within. ### Invalid workmanship claims A mortar-only bedded ridge installed after 2015 does not meet current British Standards and may not be recognised under any workmanship dispute. Our process ## Five steps. No surprises. The same process on every job, a two-tile repair or a full re-roof. Predictable, priced, guaranteed. 01 ### Free Inspection We attend the property, physically get on the roof where safe, and take photographs of every relevant defect. No sales pitch, a clear read of what's actually happening up there. 02 ### Written Diagnosis You receive a plain-English breakdown of what's failed, why it's failed, and the options for putting it right. No jargon, no scare tactics. 03 ### Fixed-Price Quote One price in writing. No day rates, no timesheets, no creeping scope. What we quote is what you pay, even if the job takes longer than expected. 04 ### Scheduled Works A firm start date and a clear plan of works. Larger jobs run on stage payments; smaller jobs are paid on completion. Bank transfer or cash. 05 ### Handover & Guarantee Site cleared, materials removed, photographs of the completed work supplied, and your written workmanship guarantee issued on the day of completion. Why it's worth doing right ## What you actually get. Specific, measurable outcomes, not vague reassurance. ### Compliant with BS 5534 Every ridge is mechanically fixed to the current British Standard for slating and tiling, not just bedded on mortar and hoped for. ### Integrated high-level ventilation Dry ridge systems provide continuous high-level roof ventilation, extending the life of your rafters and reducing condensation risk. - ### No-maintenance dry systems A correctly installed dry ridge doesn't need re-pointing every decade. It's fitted once, properly, and left. ### Traditional mortar option preserved For period, listed or planning-sensitive properties, we install traditional mortar-bedded ridges with mechanical fixing to remain compliant while keeping the correct appearance. ### Fixed-price quote A written fixed price for the full ridge run, quoted after physical inspection, not per-tile estimating. ### 10-year workmanship guarantee Every full ridge installation carries a 10-year written workmanship guarantee. The detail ## What proper looks like. Materials, methods, standards, and the honest answers to the questions most people don't get told the truth on. Speak to a Roofer ### Dry ridge systems A dry ridge system replaces wet mortar bedding with a mechanical fixing kit, typically comprising a ridge roll (breathable, self-adhesive union between ridge and tile), a batten fixed along the ridge line, and stainless steel screws that anchor each ridge tile down through the ridge roll into the batten. The result is a mechanically secured ridge that satisfies the wind-uplift requirements of BS 5534, provides continuous ventilation at the apex, and needs no re-pointing. Dry ridge is the default modern solution and works with virtually every tile profile in common use across North Yorkshire. ### Mortar-bedded ridges (done to Standard) For period cottages, stone properties and listed or conservation-area buildings where the visible mortar joint is expected, mortar bedding remains appropriate, but it must now be paired with mechanical fixing to satisfy BS 5534. We bed ridge tiles on a strong 3:1 sand and cement mix with plasticiser, form clean neat joints, and mechanically fix each ridge tile with a stainless steel screw or clip so the assembly is compliant. Pure mortar-only bedding, with no mechanical fixing, has not met the Standard since 2015. ### Ventilation & condensation control Modern insulated roofs generate warm, moist air that must escape at the ridge to prevent condensation. A dry ridge system provides continuous high-level ventilation as standard. On mortar-bedded roofs we specify additional ridge vents at appropriate intervals. Skipping this step doesn't just risk condensation, it shortens the life of every timber in the roof structure. ### Ridge repair vs full re-ridge One or two loose ridge tiles after a storm can be individually re-bedded and mechanically fixed. But if the mortar is cracking down the length of a ridge, or the ridge has been previously bedded without mechanical fixing, the correct fix is to lift the entire run, replace the underlying ridge roll or bedding, and re-fix compliantly. Patching a non-compliant ridge leaves the rest of the run at the same risk of failure, usually in the next storm. ### Local exposure, why this matters in North Yorkshire Properties across York, Thirsk, Ripon, Malton and the surrounding villages sit in a wind-loading zone where BS 5534 mechanical fixing requirements are enforced strictly. Older mortar-bedded ridges frequently fail here after strong easterlies or storm systems moving off the North Sea. If your property is exposed, on a ridge line, or in open countryside, mechanical fixing isn't optional. FAQ ## Everything people ask us. Can't see your question? Call us on 0800 009 6010, 24/7. What does a ridge tile installation cost?+−Cost depends on the length of ridge, roof pitch, tile profile, access and whether dry or mortar-bedded. We quote a fixed written price after a free inspection so you know the exact number before work starts. How long does a full ridge installation take?+−A typical semi-detached ridge run is usually completed inside a single day. Larger or complex roofs may run to two days. We give you a firm number at quote stage. Dry ridge or mortar bedded, which should I choose?+−For most modern properties, dry ridge is the better solution: compliant, ventilated, no future re-pointing. For period, listed or stone properties where appearance matters, we install compliant mortar-bedded ridges with mechanical fixing. How long does a dry ridge system last?+−A correctly installed dry ridge system has an expected service life of 40+ years with no ongoing maintenance requirement, it's a fit-once solution. Is mortar-only bedding really no longer allowed?+−Since the 2015 revision of BS 5534, ridge and hip tiles must be mechanically fixed. Mortar alone is no longer accepted as compliant. Any post-2015 ridge installed without mechanical fixing does not meet current Standards. What guarantee do you give on ridge work?+−Full ridge installations carry a 10-year written workmanship guarantee. Individual ridge tile repairs carry a 5-year workmanship guarantee. Do you re-ridge as part of a re-roof?+−Yes, every full re-roof we install includes a fully compliant dry (or mortar-bedded where specified) ridge as standard. Can you attend a storm-damaged ridge urgently?+−Yes. We cover 24/7 emergency call-outs across York and North Yorkshire. Call 0800 009 6010 for a loose or fallen ridge tile. 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