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Dry verge and ridge systems

Dry verge in Brighton: no more cracked mortar on your roof edges

Dry verge in Brighton and Hove, fitted where the old mortar on your gable edge is cracking and falling out, with dry ridge and dry hip to match. Ring 01273 110448 for a free written quote.

On older roofs, the tiles along the gable edge and along the ridge are held on by mortar. Sea air, frost and sun crack it, chunks fall onto the path, and the tiles loosen. In a strong wind a loose ridge tile is a real risk to anyone below.

A dry verge system replaces the mortar with interlocking plastic caps screwed to the battens and tiles. A dry ridge or dry hip system fixes each ridge tile mechanically over a ventilated roll. Nothing to crack, nothing to wash out, and the loft gets ventilation as well. Every re-roof we do is finished this way.

On a sound roof with failing mortar, dry verge and ridge can be fitted on their own, in a day on most houses, from a tower or scaffold.

When you call, you speak to MichaelPrime West is owner-run. Michael answers the phone, surveys the roof, quotes the job and runs it with his team.

What is included

  • Old verge mortar and undercloak removed
  • Dry verge units fitted and screwed
  • Ridge and hip tiles lifted and cleaned
  • Dry ridge and dry hip rolls fitted
  • Ridge tiles mechanically fixed
  • Broken ridge tiles replaced
  • Ventilation to the loft
  • Debris cleared

Signs you need this

  • Mortar on the path or in the gutter
  • Gaps along the gable edge
  • Ridge tiles that rock or have moved
  • Cracks along the ridge mortar
  • Birds getting in at the verge

Dry verge and dry ridge: our recent work

Every photo is one of our own jobs. Tap to enlarge.

How it works

Survey

We check verges, ridges and hips.

Quote

Fixed price in writing.

Fit

Old mortar out, dry systems in.

Done

Fixed, tidy and guaranteed.

Dry fix systems end the cycle of re-pointing mortar every few years.

Dry verge and dry ridge: your questions answered

How much does dry verge cost?

From about £400 to £900 for a typical gable, depending on length and access. Dry ridge on a semi runs from about £700 to £1,400.

Does dry verge look odd?

It comes in colours to match your tiles and gives a neat, straight edge.

Is mortar or dry fix better?

Current standards require mechanical fixing of ridges and verges, and dry fix does that by design.

Can it go on any roof?

Most concrete and clay tile roofs, yes. We confirm when we see it.

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Reviews

What customers say on Google

JohnnyRoof problem fixed · September 2026

Had a problem with my roof, Prime West quoted a fair price Turned up when they said they would and completed the work efficiently Highly recommend Thank you to Michael and the lads ..

TerryLeaks, roof clean and guttering · September 2026

Micheal and his team were superb and great value for money. I had a couple of big leaks and needed a complete roof clean and guttering repair work done, which they did a great job doing. I would highly recommend recommend them to others

ZoeBlocked guttering and a roof leak · September 2026

Micheal and team came and rescued me from blocked guttering and he also made minor repairs to my roof, where leak was. He was so polite and sorted it all out efficiently. Would recommend this company

RRoof repair · September 2026

I’m very happy with the roof repair carried out by Prime West Roofing. They were professional, reliable and completed the work to a very good standard. They were also friendly, efficient and left everything clean and tidy afterwards. I would definitely recommend Prime West Roofing and would use them again in the future.

AbhiLeaking roof · September 2026

They done my roof it was leaking and it was cheaper than other quotes and very good in results i loved it, they are friendly and reliable.

AgnieszkaGutter repair · September 2026

Excellent service from Prime West Roofing. They repaired my gutter quickly and professionally. Very friendly, reliable and tidy. I’m very happy with the work and would definitely recommend them.

JackRoofing work · August 2026

Would highly recommend, very skilled and professional. Very friendly and most importantly great price and tidy up to perfection when job was complete

ThomasFlat roof · August 2026

Fantastic service great job done on my flat roof

MehmetRoof clean, moss removed, tiles repaired · August 2026

Cleaned my roof they removed all moss and repaired some broken tiles Cheers

25-year
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Our guarantee

Every re-roof and flat roof guaranteed for 25 years, in writing

When we re-roof your house or lay a new flat roof, our workmanship is guaranteed for 25 years from the day we finish, and the membrane, tiles, slates and flat roof systems carry their manufacturers' guarantees on top. All our work is guaranteed, and we are fully insured.

Covered

  • Our workmanship on re-roofs and flat roofs for 25 years
  • Lead, flashings, ridges and verges we fit
  • Flat roofs laid to the system's specification
  • Repairs, with the terms on your quote

On top

  • Tile and slate manufacturer guarantees
  • Membrane and flat roof system guarantees
  • Photos of the finished job
  • Michael on the end of the phone if anything is wrong

Not covered

  • Storm or accidental damage after completion
  • Work altered or added by someone else
  • Parts of the roof we did not work on
  • Gutters left to block and overflow

The guarantee for your job is written on your quote before you agree to anything. Read the full guarantee.

Talk to us about dry verge and dry ridge

Ring or send the form. Michael comes out, looks at the roof, shows you what is needed and gives you a free written quote, with no obligation.

Free written roofing quoteSpeak to Michael on 01273 110448
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