Restoring a Historic Landmark Following Storm Damage

FTD were appointed by Onward Homes to carry out the complete replacement of the damaged roof at Trencherfield Mill, Wigan, following severe storm damage. Working to a tight programme, our team delivered a full roof replacement across the mills impressive 130ft roof, ensuring the historic building was protected against further deterioration while maintaining the character and integrity of this iconic local landmark.​

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Project Overview

Client: Onward Homes
Project: Trencherfield Mill Roof Replacement
Location: Wigan
Sector: Heritage & Residential
Programme Duration: Fast-Track Delivery
Scope of Works: Storm Damage Roof Replacement & External Refurbishment

The Brief

Following significant storm damage, Onward Homes required an experienced contractor to undertake the safe removal of the damaged roof and install a long-term replacement that would preserve the historic appearance of Trencherfield Mill. Alongside the roofing works, the existing timber windows required refurbishment to improve both their appearance and durability, ensuring the building was fully restored as part of the project.​

 

The Challenge​​

Replacing a 130ft zinc roof on a heritage building required careful planning, specialist workmanship and efficient project management. The team needed to safely remove the damaged roofing system while protecting the existing structure and coordinating the installation of a new VM Zinc roof within a demanding programme. Simultaneously, the timber windows required extensive preparation and treatment to ensure a high-quality finish.

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Our Solution

FTD managed the project from start to finish, carrying out the safe removal of the storm-damaged zinc roof before preparing the structure for the installation of a new VM Zinc roofing system. Alongside the roofing works, our team carefully stripped back the existing timber windows, carrying out all necessary preparation before treating and repainting each frame to extend its lifespan and enhance the overall appearance of the building. Through careful planning and close coordination, the project was completed efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and workmanship throughout.

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Scope Of Works

• Safe removal of the existing storm-damaged zinc roof

• Preparation of the roof structure for replacement works

• Installation of a new VM Zinc roofing system across the full 130ft roof

• Preparation of existing timber windows

• Treatment and repainting of all external timber windows

• Quality assurance throughout the project

• Health & Safety management

• Programme management and coordination

Project Highlights

• 130ft heritage roof replacement

• Emergency response following storm damage

• Specialist VM Zinc roofing installation

• Timber window restoration and decoration

• Fast-track programme delivery

• Heritage building refurbishment

• Delivered for Onward Homes

• High-quality workmanship throughout

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The Outcome

The completed project has successfully restored the roof and external appearance of Trencherfield Mill, protecting the building from future weather damage while preserving its historic character. The new VM Zinc roof provides a durable, long-term solution, while the refurbished timber windows enhance both the aesthetics and longevity of the building. Delivered within a demanding programme, the project highlights FTD's expertise in heritage refurbishment, specialist roofing and the successful delivery of complex restoration projects.