After a slate or ridge tile moves
Queensbury’s historic centre sits on a hilltop, and its council assessment records stone-slate roofs as well as later slate. That setting makes the actual roof position and access worth explaining when you enquire, but it does not prove that wind caused a fault. A moved ridge or fallen slate still needs its fixings and surrounding material checked.
Local building reference: Queensbury roof materials and setting (council assessment, PDF).
Finding the cause
Ask for adjacent units, ridges and verges to be inspected for related movement. A chimney should be assessed separately where loose masonry is suspected. The repair specification should explain how the affected components will be secured and weatherproofed.
Planning your roofing work
Mention restricted access and any loose material that could fall near entrances. Roof work depends on safe conditions; a visit or completion time should be agreed rather than assumed.
What belongs in your quote
A clear quote sets out the materials, access and waste removal, as well as the repair itself. It should also explain what happens if opening the roof reveals further damage, so you know how any extra work will be agreed.
Use the roofing quotation checklist or understand the main cost factors.