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Cut Edge Corrosion Treatment Hitchin

Inspection-led repair and long-life edge protection for metal roofs and wall cladding.
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Cut edge corrosion treatment project in Hitchin
Edges and laps stabilised, sealed and protected.

Cut edge corrosion typically begins at sheet cut edges, side/end laps and around fixings where factory coating stops. UV and weathering lift the finish, exposing steel and allowing moisture to track into laps. If ignored, it progresses to leaks, staining and premature sheet replacement.

Recent project in Hitchin: Showroom Roof Upgrade — side laps; bolt heads; trims; phased access. Outcome: tidy seals; colour-accurate finish.

Early Indicators to Watch

  • Lifting or feathered coatings at lap edges
  • Rust staining beneath laps or down elevations
  • Pinholes and hairline gaps along side laps
  • Occasional water ingress during wind-driven rain

How We Treat Cut Edge Corrosion

Lap sealing and protective coating in Hitchin
Specified seal widths and topcoat returns for durability.
  1. Survey & Adhesion Check: Identify delamination, rust spots and moisture routes; test substrate soundness.
  2. Mechanical Prep & Arrest: Remove failed Plastisol/paint; treat corrosion and degrease to a sound edge.
  3. Prime: Apply compatible metal primer to stabilise edges and prepared areas.
  4. Seal Laps & Fixings: Tool sealant into side/end laps, penetrations and bolt heads to specified depth/width.
  5. Protective Topcoats: Install high-performance coatings with returns beyond the lap (typically ≥50 mm) and complete QA/clean-down.

Where steel loss is advanced, selective sheet replacement may be recommended after survey.

Why Riolett Services for CEC?

  • Experienced crews with RAMS & COSHH as standard
  • Night/weekend programmes to keep operations running
  • Neat detailing at laps, fixings and trims
  • Manufacturer-aligned specifications with written guarantees

Cut Edge Corrosion — FAQs

Often no. Targeted preparation, lap sealing and protective coatings can extend service life significantly. Replacement is only advised where corrosion has caused advanced section loss.

Service life depends on exposure and preparation quality. Installed to specification, treatments provide multi-year performance. A written guarantee can be provided with a manufacturer-backed spec.

Yes. We plan phased access and can work nights or weekends to minimise disruption to tenants and logistics.

Recent Work Near Hitchin

  • Industrial Unit B — cut edges; gutters; penetrations; 2 days + cure. Result: strong adhesion; watertight joints.
  • Retail Park Zone C — delamination removal; prime; night works. Result: stable base; neat lap return.
  • Cold Chain Facility — hygiene topcoat; lap sealing; weekend. Result: bright, uniform appearance.
  • Business Park Entrance Roof — eaves & trims; fixings; evening shift. Result: crisp detailing; durable protection.
  • Wholesale Roof Treatment — end laps; rust spot treatment; weekend. Result: arrested corrosion; clean edge build.

Map — Projects Around Hitchin

See where we’ve been working in Hitchin.

Out-of-hours programmes available across Hitchin.

What Clients Say

Neil P. (Store Owner)
June 2025 • ★★★★★

Worked nights so we didn’t lose trading hours. Finish looks great.

Hugo L. (Operations)
July 2025 • ★★★★★

Good prep and tidy masking. The result is smart and consistent.

Aisha R. (Estate Manager)
July 2025 • ★★★★★

Professional team, on time, zero fuss. Would use again.

Felix D. (Tenant Rep)
July 2025 • ★★★★★

Clear before/after photos and a watertight outcome.

Marta S. (Facilities Lead)
July 2025 • ★★★★★

Good value, quality seal widths, and a neat topcoat.

Charlotte A. (FM Supervisor)
June 2025 • ★★★★★

Thorough inspection and a clear plan. Laps now sealed and staining stopped.

Contact & Coverage

Riolett Services
Tel: 07538 489392

Service area: Hitchin and surrounding locations.

Need a quick opinion? Send photos or request a site survey — we’ll confirm scope and a fixed price.
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