New roofs & full re-roofs in Guildford & Surrey
Complete re-roofs in tile, slate or flat systems, done properly.
What's involved
A full re-roof means stripping the existing covering back to the rafters, replacing any battens and underlay that have perished, and fitting new tiles or slates with proper ridge, hip and valley detailing throughout. We check the timber underneath as we go, so anything soft or rotten gets dealt with before the new covering goes back on, rather than left under a brand new roof to cause problems again in a few years' time. Insulation and ventilation at the eaves get a check too, since a new covering is the easiest time to sort both.
Signs you need one
If repairs are becoming a regular event rather than a one-off, or the cost of the next patch-up is starting to look close to the cost of doing it properly, that's usually the tipping point. Widespread tile failure, a roofline that's visibly sagging, nail fatigue causing tiles to slip across large sections, or persistent damp in multiple rooms are all signs the covering has reached the end of its useful life rather than needing another repair.
What to expect from us
We'll talk you through the covering options, tile, slate, or a mix to match what's already on neighbouring properties, and give you a clear price before anything is stripped off. Scaffolding and a skip are arranged as part of the job, and the roof is kept weathertight overnight throughout the works, so an open roof in a rainstorm isn't something you need to worry about. We keep the site tidy as we go rather than leaving the clear-up until the last day.
How long it takes
A typical semi-detached house takes around three to five working days from strip-off to finished ridge, weather permitting. Larger or more complex roofs, such as those with hips, dormers, multiple valleys, or a lot of structural repair needed underneath, take longer. We'll give you a realistic timeframe for your specific roof as part of the quote, based on what we actually find when we look, not a generic estimate.
Common questions about new roofs & full re-roofs
What roof coverings do you offer?
Tile and slate, matched to your property and the surrounding street where that matters for planning or appearance. We'll talk through the options that suit your roof and budget.
Do I need to move out during the work?
No, a re-roof is done from outside and from the loft, so you can stay living in the house throughout. We keep disruption inside to a minimum.
Do you sort the scaffolding and skip?
Yes, both are arranged as part of the job so you don't need to organise anything separately.
What happens to the old tiles and materials?
Everything stripped off is removed from site and disposed of responsibly as part of the job.
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