Roof Ridges

[SCOTS_FLLIC]

My roof ridges have broken due to storm damage and there is now a gap showing at the top of the roof. What is the best way to fix this or is it a professional job? (if so, what are the approximate costs involved?)

Thanks in advance

[woodchopper]

They will need cemented back into place - if you have the head for heights and a suitable set of roof ladders there's no reason why you can't do it yourself.

[clever trev]

Not an expert on this but will try and help, this may appear to be an easy job, is it one ridge or more? if only one it may be easly cemented back in place as said, but beware if one has been removed by wind it may be that all are a bit loose, ( hope not) if an old house it may be that the mortar has deteriorated, and it would be better to have them all inspected , by a builder , have you house insurance? if so you need to contact them , thay will then ask you to get quotes for repair. also be cautious if you do decide on a D.I.Y you could do more damage to your roof tiles. hope this helps some but may be a builder wil see this and give you some more advice.

[SCOTS_FLLIC]

Hi folks

As far as I can tell its just the ridge in the middle that is missing but I am not sure how loose the bits either side of the gap are...

I just wasn't sure if I should claim the insurance or not, if it was a fairly easy job, but after your helpful comments i don't think i will attempt it just in case!