Master Thatcher, Fordingbridge
Steven Hewlett and his brothers are fourth-generation master thatchersCall Steve today on 01980 611 880 or 07790 020 917
Member of the National Society of Master Thatchers
3rd Generation Thatchers in Fordingbridge
Fordingbridge, known locally as ‘the northern gateway’ to the New Forest, is located on the Banks of the River Avon. This small yet picturesque riverside town is no stranger to tradition and history as its home to one of the oldest football clubs in England. Throughout the town, Fordingbridge is helping keep the tradition of thatched roofs alive with many houses and cottages gleaming with golden, thatch roofs.
Many of these homes will have been thatched by experienced Master Thatcher Steven Hewlett and his brothers, who represent the third generation of their family to work as thatchers in Fordingbridge. They carry with them decades of knowledge and expertise, guaranteed to achieve long-lasting, pristine thatch for years to come.
In 1925, Steven’s grandfather began a thatching business, and to this day Steven and his family have carried the craft with them. They proudly practice the art of thatching and maintain high quality thatch across Somerset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire. The family-business is one of 350 certified thatchers in the National Society of Master Thatchers. This means that the team are held to high standards of the craft.
Thatch repair service
Thatched roofs offer outstanding insulation, waterproofing and sustainability. In recent years, building regulations and new methods mean that thatched roofs are more robust, often lasting 50 years before needing repairs or replacement thatch.
Steven is always on-hand to provide this maintenance, whether that’s a regular visit, roof cleans and inspections. However, like any roofs there comes a point where your thatch roof may need repairs. Effects from weather conditions, wildlife degradation, and general wear over time can lead to thatched roof decay. At Steven Hewlett Thatchers, we recommend an annual inspection for any warning signs of wear, tear, divots, or damage, which may save you from needing a full thatch replacement. We can offer you advice and guidance for your thatched roof, to help you make a thought out decision for your thatched roof.
Sustainable Thatch Roof Installations in Fordingbridge
Thatched roofs in Fordingbridge are part of its scenic backdrop and add to the character of rural Hampshire. Our team only uses the best materials for all of our repair work, including long straw, combed wheat straw, water reed and Norfolk reed. All our materials are environmentally sourced and harvested, providing you with a roofing solution that helps care for our planet.
Thatch provides efficient insulation making it ideal for roofing homes and commercial buildings in Fordingbridge. By helping keep homes warm in winter and cool in summer, our thatch is almost guaranteed to reduce your energy bill.
If you live or work in a thatched property in Fordingbridge which has not had the roof checked for some time, you can count on our team at Steven Hewlett Thatchers to check it over. Then you can trust us to provide you with a thatching service that we’re passionate about. After all, thatching in our heritage.
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We don’t just install and repair thatch in Fordingbridge and are proud to service across Fordingbridge and surrounding areas including Marlborough, New Forest, Romsey, Stockbridge and Winchester. We are also available to thatch anywhere across the North Hampshire area. We offer a specialised thatching services including thatching repairs and commercial thatching.
If you have a property with a thatch roof and would like to discuss how Steven Hewlett can help you manage and maintain your thatched roof in Wiltshire, Hampshire including Winchester, Dorset & the New Forest, call us today on 01980 611 880 or 07790 020917. Alternatively, leave us a message on our contact us form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.