Care and Maintenance of Rainwater Systems for Churches and Ecclesiastical Buildings

Church Gutter Surveys Church Rainwater System Inspections

“Rainwater system” is a term covering a variety of different means of shedding water away from a building. Most commonly seen on older church buildings as attached cast iron guttering, rainwater systems can also be incorporated — unseen — into the building’s fabric, behind parapets and within walls. It has long been recognised that rainwater […]

A Stitch in Time: Gutter and Roof Maintenance for Heritage Buildings

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Caring for historic buildings — churches, listed properties, country houses, and heritage estates — demands consistent attention to the fabric of the building. While stonework and stained glass attract the most admiration, it is the water management system that does the quiet work of keeping decay at bay. Neglecting gutters, downpipes, and roof drainage can […]