Contact:

Contact Luke Robinson today to discuss your thatching needs or to arrange a free quotation:

Mobile: 07874 980063
Email: info@robinsonthatcher.co.uk

Luke Robinson, 8 Alder Close, North Petherton, Taunton, TA66TT

Traditional Thatching Services throughout South West England

Luke Robinson is a Master Thatcher providing expert thatching services using traditional materials and methods. With 15 years of experience and a reputation for high-quality workmanship, Luke restores and maintains thatched roofs to the highest standards.

Full or Partial Roof Re-Thatching

  • Expert re-thatching of individual roof sections or entire roofs.
  • Use of water reed or combed wheat straw.
  • Minimum 12-inch depth of new thatch.
  • Finished with a traditional sheared-in flush ridge or decorative block cut-pattern style ridge.

Roof Re-Ridging & Roof Maintenance

  • Re-Ridging using combed wheat straw or water reed in various styles with new wire netting installed.
  • All types of repairs carried out to extend the roof’s lifespan.
  • Re-fitting of new sand and cement chimney flashings.
  • Removal of moss and lichen.

Heritage & New-Build Thatching

  • Experience in thatching heritage properties.
  • Experience in thatching new-build houses.
  • Usage of traditional materials and methods.
  • Creation of durable, authentic roofs for historic and modern homes.

Porch Re-Thatching

  • Removal of existing porch thatch.
  • Replacement with new water reed or combed wheat straw, including ridging.
  • Supply and installation of a protective lead cap.

Decorative & Flush Ridges

  • Installation of sheared-in flush ridges.
  • Installation of decorative block cut-pattern style ridges.
  • Improvement of the appearance and the durability of a thatched roof.

Wire Netting

  • Supply and fit of wire netting.
  • Removal and replacing of wire netting.

Regions covered

Operating from the South West of England, Luke provides thatching services across Devon, Somerset and Dorset and can travel to other locations in England and Ireland by arrangement.

Specialist Advice

  • Guidance on conservation matters, listed buildings and insurance-related thatching work.
  • Extensive experience with a wide variety of roof shapes, ridges and decorative features.
  • Assessment and advising on roof pitch to ensure proper water run-off and long-lasting thatch.

Free Quotations

  • Free site visits to assess the work required.
  • No-obligation written quotations available.
  • Advice on suitable materials.
  • Clear breakdown of costs and payment schedule before work begins.
  • Flexible scheduling to suit client needs.