The historic roof structure required a broad range of repairs across trusses, purlins, joists and beams. Some members could be retained and reinforced, while others required replacement or new construction.
The project required a careful balance between preserving original structural timber and introducing new reinforcement where needed.
Trace used a combination of traditional splice repairs, resin repair techniques and metal plate reinforcement. This allowed original truss members to be retained where practical, while strengthening areas affected by decay, movement or structural weakness.
New truss construction, purlin reinforcement and joist and beam repairs were also completed as part of the wider roof structure works.
The repair strategy combined conservation-led timber repair with modern structural strengthening. Original elements were retained where possible, reinforced where appropriate and replaced only where necessary.
The historic roof structure at Ashton Old Baths was repaired and reinforced, protecting the building’s original character while improving the performance of key structural timber members.
Cheshire
2025
Trace Heritage and Restoration completed specialist repairs to the historic external timber frame at The Bearshead in Sandbach. The project involved timber façade repair, wall panel reconstruction, ornate timber detailing and structural reinforcement.
Salford
Trace Heritage and Restoration completed specialist truss repairs at St Ignatius Church in Salford, including ornate splice repairs and timber member replacement to match the original structure.
Guildford
2023
External gable timber frame and historic joinery repairs
