our services
Masonry & Structural Repair
We carry out a full range of masonry services using traditional materials and methods, ensuring compatibility with historic structures.
Our expertise includes:
Stonework and stone masonry repairs and rebuilds
Flint work (knapped and unknapped) in traditional styles
Cob repair and conservation, using natural earth-lime mixes
Lime pointing using regionally matched aggregates and breathable mortars
Structural stabilisation, including wall tie installation, crack stitching, and underpinning where appropriate
Aggregate and mortar matching to blend seamlessly with original materials
All works are performed with a deep respect for historic fabric and conservation best practice.
Lime-Based Finishes & Breathable Surface Treatments
We specialise in natural, breathable finishes suited to traditional buildings.
Services include:
Lime rendering (external) using three-coat systems
Lime plastering (internal), including haired base coats and fine finish coats
Limewashing for internal and external surfaces in traditional colour palettes
Limecrete floors, providing a flexible, breathable subfloor
Flagstone floor installation using appropriate breathable bedding and pointing
Moisture management and treatment of damp issues through breathable finishes and sympathetic design
We use only natural, non-cementitious materials to preserve the health of the building envelope.
Roofing & Thatching
Ellidel provides traditional roofing services across all heritage roof types:
Thatch roofing (long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed)
Ridge replacement and patching
Traditional clay tile, slate, and stone roofing
Timber roof structure repair and reinstatement
All traditional roofing maintenance and advice
Our roofing work is undertaken with a strong emphasis on regional style and historic integrity.
Carpentry & Joinery
Our skilled craftsmen offer traditional and conservation-grade timber work, including:
Oak frame repairs and construction
Sash window repair and replication
Heritage door fitting and repair
Timber floor restoration and flagstone setting
Bespoke joinery in keeping with period details
All timber is sustainably sourced and worked with traditional techniques.
Natural Building Systems & Insulation
We incorporate breathable and ecological building solutions where appropriate, including:
Natural insulation systems (wood fibre, sheep’s wool, cork, etc.)
Limecrete floors with underfloor heating integration
Moisture-regulating wall and roof insulation systems
Advice on sustainable upgrades within listed or sensitive buildings
These systems support healthier buildings while maintaining heritage values.
Conservation & Full Restoration
We offer project-wide services for listed and period properties:
Full building restoration with traditional trades
Condition reports and conservation advice
Liaison with architects, surveyors, and conservation officers
Sympathetic repairs and alterations
Planning and listed building application support
Each project is guided by careful assessment, documentation, and execution with minimal intervention.
Land-Based Works & Exterior Features
Supporting the wider character of rural and traditional properties, we also provide:
Hedge laying and live boundary fencing
Soft landscaping using natural materials
Natural swimming ponds and pools
Ironwork repairs or custom fabrication (gates, railings, hinges, etc.)
Stone paving, pathways, and garden structures in local styles
These services are carried out with the same care and aesthetic consideration as our building works.