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Slate & Tile Roofing Specialists

Slate & Tile Roofing Repaired, Replaced, Installed Properly.

S S Roofing Specialist Limited is a natural slate roofing specialist and tile roofing contractor working across the United Kingdom. From a single broken roof tile repair to a complete slate roof replacement, our teams know how to match, fix, and fit slate and clay tile correctly and how to leave a roof that does not need looking at again for decades.

10+
Years Experience
500+
Slate & Tile Roofs Completed
BS 5534
Compliant Installation
Free
Survey & Written Quote

NFRC Registered

Verified Contractor

Fully Insured

Public & Employer Liability

CSCS Vetted

Card Holding Operatives

BS 5534 Standard

Slating & Tiling Enforced

Slate & Tile Specialists

Tile Roofing Contractors With a Genuine Slate Specialism

S S Roofing Specialist Limited is a NFRC registered tile roofing contractor and natural slate roofing specialist working on residential and commercial properties across the United Kingdom. Slate and tile roofing is not a sideline for us it is the material category we have spent the most years working with, and the one where the gap between a good contractor and a poor one is most visible from the kerb.

Natural slate is unforgiving of poor workmanship. A slate roof installed or repaired badly does not fail gracefully slipped slates, cracked nail holes, mismatched colours and thicknesses on a repair, incorrect head lap on a replacement. We have spent over a decade learning how to match reclaimed slate correctly, how to grade it, how to fix it so it stays fixed, and how to repair a single broken roof tile without disturbing six others around it.

Every operative holds a valid CSCS card. All slate and tile work is carried out to BS 5534 the British Standard for slating and tiling and complies with Building Regulations Part A and Part L where applicable. Full insurance documentation is available before any work begins.

The Full Scope

What Our Slate & Tile Roofing Service Includes

From a single broken roof tile repair to a complete slate roof replacement or new clay roof tile installation — our slate and tile roofing service covers every stage of the job, carried out by people who understand the material.

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Roof Inspection & Tile Assessment

Before any work is quoted, we inspect the roof to identify exactly what has failed and why. For slate roofs, this includes checking for nail sickness, slipped or cracked slates, and the condition of the surrounding slates that any repair will need to match. For tile roofs, we check for cracking, spalling, slipped tiles, and the condition of the battens beneath.

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Broken Roof Tile Repair

A single broken roof tile is one of the most common calls we receive — and one of the easiest to get wrong if the replacement tile does not match in profile, colour, or fixing method. We carry stock of common tile profiles and source reclaimed and matching slate for older properties, so the repaired area blends with the rest of the roof rather than standing out.

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Slate Matching & Sourcing

Matching slate on a repair or partial re roof is a skill in itself. Slate varies by quarry, by batch, and by age — a Welsh slate roof from the 1920s will not match a modern Spanish or Chinese slate without careful sourcing. We work with reputable reclaimed slate suppliers and grade material on site before fixing, so repairs do not create a patchwork appearance.

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Slate Roof Repairs — Lead, Underlay & Battens

Slate roof repairs are rarely just about the slate itself. Where a section of roof is opened up for repair, we check the underlying felt or breathable membrane and battens, and the surrounding lead flashings at valleys, chimneys, and abutments. A repair that replaces the visible slate but ignores a failing batten beneath it is a repair that will need doing again within a few years.

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Clay Roof Tile Installation

Clay roof tile installation — plain tiles, pantiles, or interlocking profiles — is carried out to the manufacturer's specification and BS 5534. Clay tiles require a steeper minimum pitch than concrete equivalents and a higher level of care during handling, as they are more brittle. Battens are set at the correct gauge for the specific clay tile profile being installed.

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Full Slate Roof Replacement

Where a slate roof has reached the end of its useful life — typically through widespread nail sickness or felt failure rather than the slate itself, which often still has decades of life left — a full slate roof replacement involves stripping the existing covering, inspecting and remediating the structure, installing new breathable underlay and battens to BS 5534, and re laying either the existing slate (where it remains sound) or new natural or fibre cement slate.

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Ridge, Hip & Verge Detailing

Ridge tiles, hip tiles, and verge detailing on slate and tile roofs are completed to match the existing roof or to the new specification — mortar bedded or dry fix depending on what is appropriate for the property and pitch. These details are where slate and tile roofs most commonly fail, and where we focus particular attention on both repair and replacement projects.

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Final Inspection & Site Clean Up

On completion of any slate or tile roofing work — repair or replacement — we carry out a final inspection, clear all debris including broken slate and tile fragments, and check the guttering for any material that may have fallen during the work. You receive a written record of the work completed and, where applicable, a workmanship guarantee.

Materials, Scope & Costs

Slate & Tile Roofing Materials and UK Cost Guide

Slate roof replacement cost in the UK and clay roof tile installation cost both depend heavily on the material, the property, and the extent of the work. Here is an honest breakdown of what we work with and what it typically costs.

Slate & Tile Materials We Work With

Natural Welsh Slate

The benchmark roofing slate in the UK. Quarried in North Wales, natural slate offers an unmatched combination of appearance, durability, and longevity — frequently exceeding 100 years in service when correctly fixed. As a natural slate roofing specialist, we work with both new Welsh slate and graded reclaimed material to match existing roofs on repair and partial replacement projects.

Lifespan: 80–100+ years Min Pitch: 20°

Spanish & Imported Natural Slate

Natural slate sourced from Spain and other international quarries is widely used on modern slate roofing in the UK, offering many of the performance characteristics of Welsh slate at a more accessible price point. Quality varies significantly between sources — grading and selection matters, and we work only with suppliers whose material meets BS EN 12326 standards.

Lifespan: 60–100 years Min Pitch: 20°

Fibre Cement Slate

A manufactured alternative that closely replicates the appearance of natural slate at a lower cost and weight. Fibre cement slates from manufacturers such as Cedral and Marley Eternit are dimensionally consistent — which makes matching and replacement straightforward — and carry long manufacturer warranties. A practical choice where natural slate is not specified by planning conditions.

Lifespan: 40–60 years Min Pitch: 15°

Clay Plain Tiles

The traditional tile of period English properties, particularly in the South East. Clay plain tiles require a steep minimum pitch and careful handling due to their brittleness, but properly installed they offer exceptional longevity and an appearance that cannot be replicated by manufactured alternatives. Clay roof tile installation on period properties is specialist work — colour and texture matching matters.

Lifespan: 60–100+ years Min Pitch: 35°–45°

Clay Interlocking Tiles

Clay interlocking tiles — pantile, double Roman, and similar profiles — combine the durability and appearance of clay with a more practical pitch range and installation cost than traditional plain tiles. Widely used on both period and modern properties where a clay finish is desired without the structural and pitch constraints of plain tiles.

Lifespan: 50–80 years Min Pitch: 22.5°–30°

Concrete Tiles

Concrete interlocking and plain tiles are the most common covering on post war UK housing. While not the focus of our slate specialism, we carry out concrete tile repairs, replacements, and re roofing as part of our standard tile roofing service — particularly where a property has a mix of slate and concrete covered sections, such as an original house with a concrete tiled extension.

Lifespan: 30–60 years Min Pitch: 17.5°–22.5°

Slate Roof Replacement Cost UK & Tile Roofing Cost Guide

Job Type Typical UK Cost Range Key Cost Variables
Broken roof tile repair — single tile or small area £120 – £350 Access, ladder vs scaffold tower, slate matching
Slate roof repairs — localised area (multiple slates) £300 – £900 Number of slates, lead work involved, access
Slate roof replacement — small terraced house £7,000 – £12,000 Roof area, slate source (new vs reclaimed), pitch
Slate roof replacement — semi detached / larger property £11,000 – £20,000 Roof complexity, valleys, chimney stacks, structural works
Slate roof replacement — detached / period property £18,000 – £30,000+ Roof size, natural slate grade, conservation requirements
Clay roof tile installation — new or extension £130 – £220+ per m² Clay tile type, pitch, batten gauge, access
Fibre cement slate re roof — mid size property £8,000 – £14,000 Roof area, complexity, access
Why Choose Us

Why Clients Choose Us for Slate & Tile Roofing

Plenty of tile roofing contractors will quote you for a re roof. Far fewer genuinely understand natural slate — and that difference shows the moment a repair needs to match an existing roof.

A Genuine Natural Slate Specialism

Most general roofing contractors treat slate the same as concrete tile — same gauge logic, same fixing approach, same disregard for matching. We do not. Natural slate roofing is a specialism within our business, not an afterthought. We grade reclaimed slate, source new slate to BS EN 12326, and fix every piece with double nails set correctly for the slate thickness.

Fast Response for Broken Roof Tile Repair

A single broken roof tile seems minor until the next heavy rain finds the gap. Searching for "broken roof tile repair near me" usually means you want this fixed soon, not in three weeks. In most of our service areas we can offer a same week appointment for straightforward tile and slate repairs — and we carry stock of common profiles to avoid delays waiting on supplier orders.

Slate That Matches — Not Just Slate That Fits

A repair slate that is the right size but the wrong colour, thickness, or texture stands out for the life of the roof. We assess the existing slate on every repair — quarry origin where identifiable, thickness, colour, surface texture — and source replacement material that blends in, not just material that physically fits the gap.

Clay Tile Expertise for Period Properties

Clay roof tile installation on period properties requires an understanding of the original profile, the correct gauge for that specific tile, and the handling care that brittle clay tiles demand. We work with established clay tile manufacturers and, where required, source reclaimed clay tiles to match existing roofs on listed and conservation area properties.

Honest Assessments — Repair vs Replace

Natural slate roofs are frequently replaced prematurely because the slate is blamed for problems actually caused by failed felt, corroded nails, or poor flashings — issues that can often be addressed while retaining slate that still has decades of useful life. We assess the slate itself separately from the rest of the roof system and tell you honestly what genuinely needs replacing.

BS 5534 Compliance & Written Guarantee

All slate and tile roofing work — repair or full replacement — is carried out to BS 5534. Every project is backed by a written workmanship guarantee, and materials carry manufacturer warranties where applicable. Natural slate itself, correctly fixed, regularly outlasts every warranty period offered on any roofing material.

Warning Signs

Common Slate & Tile Roofing Problems & What They Mean

Slate and tile roofs fail in different ways — and the cause is not always the covering itself. Knowing what each sign means helps you understand whether you need a quick repair, a slate roof replacement, or something in between.

Natural Slate Roof Problems

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Slipped Slates from Nail Sickness

The most common reason natural slate roofs require attention is not the slate failing — it is the original fixing nails corroding. As iron or early steel nails rust and waste away, the slates they hold lose their fixing and slip down the roof. The slate itself is often perfectly serviceable. Where nail sickness is widespread, the practical solution is often to strip, re fix the existing slate on new battens and underlay, and only replace genuinely damaged pieces — far cheaper than a full slate roof replacement with new material.

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Cracked or Delaminating Slate

Individual slates can crack from impact — a falling branch, foot traffic during other works — or delaminate through age and weathering, particularly on lower quality or poorly graded slate. A cracked slate allows water to track down its surface into the roof space below. Individual cracked slates are a straightforward repair if matching material is sourced correctly.

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Slate Roof Felt Failure

On older slate roofs, the original bitumen felt or even torching (lime mortar applied to the underside of the slates from inside the loft) frequently fails before the slate itself does. Felt failure allows wind driven rain and snow to penetrate even where the slates above remain sound. This is one of the most common reasons a slate roof that "looks fine" from the ground is actually due for attention.

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Ridge and Hip Mortar Failure on Slate Roofs

As with tiled roofs, the mortar bedding ridge and hip tiles on a slate roof deteriorates faster than the slate itself. Cracked ridge mortar on a slate roof is one of the most common sources of water ingress we are called to investigate — often misdiagnosed as a problem with the slates when the actual cause is several courses higher up at the ridge line.

Clay & Concrete Tile Problems

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Cracked or Spalling Clay Tiles

Clay tiles crack through freeze thaw cycling and impact, and can spall — where the fired face of the tile delaminates — as they age. A handful of cracked clay tiles is a routine broken roof tile repair. Widespread spalling across an older clay tile roof typically indicates the tiles are reaching the end of their service life and a wider tile replacement programme should be considered.

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Slipped or Loose Concrete Tiles

Concrete tiles slip when their fixing clips or nibs fail, or when the batten beneath has rotted. Unlike natural slate, concrete tiles do not generally suffer from nail sickness in the same way, but the timber battens supporting them age in exactly the same way regardless of what covering sits on top. Recurring slipped concrete tiles in different locations often points to batten condition rather than the tiles themselves.

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Colour Fading and Surface Erosion

Concrete tiles lose their surface colour coating over time, exposing the grey concrete beneath — a cosmetic issue that does not necessarily affect performance, but is often the trigger for a tile replacement decision on properties where appearance matters, such as ahead of a sale. Clay tiles do not suffer colour fading in the same way, as their colour is fired through the body of the tile.

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Moss Growth Between Tile Overlaps

Moss growing in the overlaps between tiles — whether clay, concrete, or slate — retains moisture against the tile surface and accelerates frost damage. On clay and concrete tiles this contributes to surface erosion and cracking; on slate it can accelerate delamination at the edges. Periodic moss removal is a low cost way to extend the working life of any tiled or slated roof.

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Mismatched Repairs from Previous Work

We are frequently called to properties where a previous repair used the wrong tile or slate — wrong profile, wrong colour, wrong thickness — and either looks visually wrong or, worse, does not seat correctly and has caused a recurring leak. Correcting a mismatched previous repair often takes more care than the original job would have, as it involves removing the incorrect material without damaging the surrounding genuine tiles or slates.

Noticed any of the above structural defaults? Our engineers provide precise diagnostics completely free of obligation.

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Our Process

How We Complete Every Slate & Tile Roofing Project

Whether it is a broken roof tile repair booked for this week or a full slate roof replacement planned over several weeks, this is the process we follow.

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Enquiry, Triage & Appointment

When you contact us about a broken roof tile, slipped slate, or visible roof problem, we ask enough questions to understand the urgency and likely scope — is this a single tile, a wider area, or a suspected structural issue? Straightforward repairs are often booked within the same week. Larger jobs are scheduled for a full survey visit.

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Inspection & Material Identification

On site, we identify the existing slate or tile — profile, approximate age, thickness and colour for slate, manufacturer and profile for tile where identifiable. This determines what replacement material will be needed and whether it needs to be sourced specially (reclaimed slate, discontinued clay tile profiles) or is readily available from stock.

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Written Quotation

For repairs, we typically provide pricing on the day or within 24 hours. For slate roof replacement or clay roof tile installation projects, a full written, itemised quotation follows the survey — covering materials, labour, scaffold, waste disposal, and VAT, valid for 30 days. We explain material options and the reasoning behind our recommendation.

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Access & Safety Setup

For small repairs, a properly secured access ladder or tower scaffold may be sufficient and proportionate. For larger areas or full replacements, full access scaffold is erected to current Working at Height Regulations standards. We do not use unsafe access methods to keep costs down — the correct access method is part of the quotation from the outset.

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Careful Removal of Damaged Material

Removing a broken slate or tile without disturbing the surrounding roof requires the correct technique — lifting adjacent courses with a slate ripper or similar tool rather than forcing material out. On larger strip outs, material is removed methodically, with any slate intended for re use set aside and graded separately from material destined for disposal.

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Underlay, Batten & Structural Checks

Wherever a repair or replacement exposes the underlay and battens, we check their condition. Deteriorated felt or rotten battens beneath an otherwise sound slate or tile are addressed at this stage — replacing only the visible covering while leaving a failing substrate beneath is the single most common cause of repeat repairs in this trade.

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Precision Installation Delivery

Replacement slate or tile is fixed to BS 5534 — correct head lap, correct fixing method (nailed, clipped, or a combination depending on the material and pitch), and correctly matched to the surrounding roof in appearance. For full replacements, new breathable underlay and correctly gauged battens are installed before the covering, whether that is re laid existing slate, new natural slate, fibre cement slate, or clay tile.

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Final Check, Clean Up & Handover

Every job — large or small — ends with a check of the completed work, clearance of debris including broken slate or tile fragments from the ground and gutters, and a written record of what was done. Workmanship guarantees apply to all repair and replacement work, with manufacturer warranties provided for new materials where applicable.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Straightforward answers to the questions we hear most often about slate and tile roofing. If yours is not here, call us on 07455 077003.

How much does slate roof replacement cost in the UK?

Slate roof replacement cost in the UK depends primarily on the size of the roof, the type of slate specified, and the condition of the roof structure beneath. As a general guide, a small terraced house slate roof replacement using fibre cement slate typically costs between £7,000 and £12,000. A semi detached or larger property ranges from £11,000 to £20,000. A detached or period property requiring natural Welsh slate, particularly where conservation requirements apply, can cost £18,000 to £30,000 or more.

Where the existing natural slate is still in good condition and the problem is nail sickness or failed felt rather than the slate itself, re using the existing slate on new battens and underlay can significantly reduce cost compared to sourcing entirely new slate. S S Roofing Specialist Limited assesses this as standard during every slate roof survey, and provides free, written, fixed price quotations. Call 07455 077003 or email contact@ssroofingspecialistltd.co.uk.

Can you repair just one or two broken roof tiles?

Yes. Broken roof tile repair for one or two tiles is one of the most common jobs we carry out, and it does not require a full roof survey or a large project. We attend, identify the existing tile or slate profile, source a matching replacement, and carry out the repair — typically within the same visit where matching material is readily available. Pricing for small repairs is usually confirmed on the day.

If you are searching for "broken roof tile repair near me," in most of our service areas we can offer a same week appointment for straightforward single or small area tile and slate repairs. We carry stock of common concrete and clay tile profiles, and source matching slate from reclaimed and graded new stock for natural slate repairs. Call 07455 077003 to arrange a visit.

What is the difference between natural slate and fibre cement slate?

Natural slate is quarried stone — typically from Wales, Spain, or other slate producing regions — split into thin sheets and fixed to the roof. It offers a demonstrated lifespan that frequently exceeds 100 years, a distinctive natural appearance with variation in colour and texture between individual slates, and is often required by planning authorities on listed buildings and in conservation areas. It is also the most expensive roofing material and the heaviest, requiring confirmation that the roof structure can support the load.

Fibre cement slate is a manufactured product designed to replicate the appearance of natural slate using cement reinforced with fibres, moulded into a consistent shape, thickness, and colour. It is significantly less expensive than natural slate, lighter, and more dimensionally consistent — which makes future repairs and matching more straightforward. Its typical lifespan of 40 to 60 years is shorter than natural slate but still substantial, and it is backed by manufacturer warranties. We discuss both options honestly, including where planning requirements may dictate the choice for you.

How much does clay roof tile installation cost?

Clay roof tile installation in the UK is typically priced between £130 and £220 or more per square metre, depending on the specific clay tile profile chosen, the roof pitch, access requirements, and whether the installation is part of a new build, extension, or full re roof of an existing property. Clay plain tiles — the traditional choice for many period properties — tend to sit toward the higher end of this range due to the steeper minimum pitch required, the higher tile density per square metre compared to interlocking profiles, and the careful handling needed during installation due to their brittleness.

Clay interlocking tiles, such as pantile or double Roman profiles, are generally more cost effective to install due to faster coverage rates, while still providing the appearance and longevity associated with clay. S S Roofing Specialist Limited provides written, fixed price quotations for clay roof tile installation following a site survey, taking into account the specific tile profile, roof pitch, and any matching requirements for period or listed properties.

My slate roof is leaking — does it need full replacement?

Not necessarily. A leak in a natural slate roof is very often caused by something other than the slate itself — most commonly nail sickness causing slates to slip, failed felt or torching beneath the slates, or failed mortar at the ridge and hip lines. In many cases the slate itself, particularly natural Welsh slate, remains in good condition and can be carefully removed, graded, and re fixed onto new breathable underlay and battens — addressing the actual cause of the leak while retaining material that may have decades of life left.

A full slate roof replacement using entirely new slate is the right answer when the existing slate has degraded significantly — through delamination, excessive thinning, or damage — or where the roof structure itself requires significant remediation. S S Roofing Specialist Limited assesses the slate separately from the rest of the roof system during every survey, and gives an honest recommendation based on what we actually find, not an assumption that a leaking slate roof automatically needs new slate.

Do you work with reclaimed slate to match existing roofs?

Yes. As a natural slate roofing specialist, sourcing and grading reclaimed slate to match existing roofs is a core part of our work, particularly for repairs and partial re roofs on period properties, listed buildings, and conservation area properties where new slate would not match the existing roof's colour, thickness, or texture. We work with reputable UK reclaimed slate suppliers and physically grade material against samples from the property before fixing.

Reclaimed slate requires more careful handling than new material — checking for hairline cracks, existing nail holes that may need to be re positioned, and consistent thickness for correct fixing. This is specialist work, and it is one of the reasons general roofing contractors without a genuine slate specialism often recommend full replacement with new material rather than attempting a matched repair. We are happy to discuss reclaimed slate options as part of any survey.

Where We Work

Slate & Tile Roofing Near You — UK Service Areas

S S Roofing Specialist Limited provides slate roof repairs, slate roof replacement, clay roof tile installation, and broken roof tile repair across the United Kingdom.

Searching for "broken roof tile repair near me" and your area is not shown? Call 07455 077003 — we cover more of the UK than this list reflects.

Slate & Tile. Matched & Fitted Properly.

Talk to a Natural Slate Roofing Specialist Today. Fast response for tile and slate repairs. Honest surveys for slate roof replacement. Specialist matching for period and listed properties. That is what every client gets from S S Roofing Specialist Limited.

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We attend, assess, advise honestly, and provide a detailed quotation that allows you to make a fully informed decision.

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You call or email with details of your roofing concern.

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We arrange a convenient time for a free site survey.

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We carry out a thorough inspection and present you with a clear written quotation.

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You decide whether to proceed, with no pressure and no obligation.

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If you proceed, we schedule the work and keep you informed throughout.