Re-rendering, repairs and upkeep

Render repairs

Render repairs fix cracked, hollow or blown sections of render and the details around them — beads, cills and drips — after finding what caused the damage. Small repairs are patched and blended; widespread failure is better re-rendered.

Cause found first: movement, water, poor beads or hard render
Hollow areas mapped by tap-testing
Cracks cut out and repaired with mesh where needed
Corner and stop beads replaced where corroded
Colour-matched finish or full-elevation recoat
Advice if the wall needs more than a repair

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What causes render to crack?

Common causes are a render mix too strong for the wall, missing or corroded beads, water getting in at cills and copings, building movement, and render applied in poor weather. Fine surface crazing is usually cosmetic; wider cracks, stepped cracks or bulging need investigating before patching.

Typical build-up

Diagnosis: Visual, tap-test, moisture checks
Repair: Cut out, base coat + mesh, finish
Details: Beads, cills, drips, sealants
Finish: Patch or full-elevation recoat
Visit: Small repairs often done in a day

Will a repair be visible?

Patches in through-coloured render often show slightly, because the existing wall has weathered. Recoating the whole elevation with a compatible finish after repairs gives an even result, and we price that option.

When is repair not enough?

If more than about a fifth of an elevation is hollow or cracked, re-rendering is often better value. Re-rendering more than half of a wall also brings Building Regulations into play in England and Wales.

Render repairs prices

Render repairs guide prices
Item	Guide price	Notes
Small repairs, single visit	From £475inc VAT	Ground-floor access
Larger repairs	£72–£144 per m²inc VAT	Excluding scaffold
Full-elevation recoat after repair	£30–£54 per m²inc VAT	For an even finish

Guide prices are confirmed by a fixed written quote after a free survey. Prices include VAT at 20%.

How it works

Tell us about the property
Use the quote tool or form, or call free on 0800 088 6248.
Free survey
We measure the walls, check condition and confirm planning and building control.
Fixed written quote
The system, details, access, exclusions and VAT, in writing. Anything hidden is priced and agreed before extra work.
Installation and handover
Work planned around the weather, then inspected and documented.