Roof replacement (Pitched/Tiled) in London

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Roof replacement (Pitched/Tiled) in London

In the market for tile or slate roofing contractors in London? Our tile and slate roofers for London are able to deliver the top quotes to have a completely new roof constructed or restored.

Tile and slate have become the two most widely used materials in the UK with regard to roofing construction, with the strength and resistance to weather together popular aspects with British property owners. With a selection of colours to set your household apart from the crowd there is the opportunity to add a unique attractiveness to your house.

Colours to choose from include black, grey and red, therefore ensure to find something which fits your existing property. Along with little upkeep necessary over a 75-year lifespan, you're bound to have something that can look good for a long time.

With the selection of colours to choose from and also the low upkeep and excellent durability qualities, purchasing a tile or slate roof is often times the best option for property owners.

We can provide as much as four tile or slate roofers close to you, who will provide quotations for the work you want carried out. You'll be given a property visit from professionals in London who'll help you select the right material for your home before carrying out the construction.

The fitting of a tile or slate roof will take several days to a few weeks, according to the size and pitch of the roofing, as well as the volume of workers undertaking the project.

Average Tile or slate roofing cost in London

The regular cost of Tile or slate roofing is £6000. Costs can change based upon the materials and the organisation hired. The upper price range can be as high as £6900. The material costs are normally approximately £1500

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Prices based on actual Tile or slate roofing costs for London, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Tile or slate roofing installation cost in London 2024

Labour cost £4,200
Material cost £1,500
Waste removal £300
Time frame: 3-4 weeks

Tile or slate roofing searches in November 2024

Tile or slate roofing Projects in London in October 2024

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We noted 262,017 requests for property quotes within London. Of these quotation requests the number of tile or slate roofing quotations in London was 0. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these consumers with as many as four suitable contractors who were available for work within London during that time. Ask for a free house survey from reputable companies within London.

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England's capital is now recovering from a successful Olympic Games and this giant multi-million pounds task, along with various homes programmes, has modernised the city post-war. Despite this, there are still loads of architectural structures offering an insight into the past and Tudor, Georgian and Victorian houses line the streets. With a contrast of the old and the completely new, there are various initiatives household owners carry out, from energy efficiency improvements to house extensions.

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    Primoplastics and Roofing

    97 review(s)
    Based: in Kent, PR8 7SP

    Fully liability insurance provided we are a family run business that aim to please ,we have been roofing and fitting UPVC and guttering for well over twenty years all work is fully guaranteed and no payment or deposit is taken untill work is complet...

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    Douglas N., SE27
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in London

    We chose Primoplastics and Roofing and were very satisfied. See Feedback form.

    Thomas Roof Restoration LTD

    25 review(s)
    Based: in Canterbury, CT4 7RT

    Thomas Roof Restoration are proud to work on your property as if it were their own. Based in Canterbury, covering Kent, South East London and the home counties, we work to see the job finished to your satisfaction whilst keeping your budget in mind

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    William W., CT14
    3

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Deal

    i can not give a comparison as they were the only company to contact me.

    H2O Roofing & Building LTD

    2 review(s)
    Based: in Salisbury, SP1 1EY

    H2O roofing and building Ltd specialises in New Roofers flat roofs Roof repairs chimney Rebuild all repairs facias soffits gutters lead work and all types of ground work driveways patios brick walls landscaping Feel free to get in touch today for...

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    Anne H., SO19
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Southampton

    Johnny and Andy worked on my garage roof in very unpleasant weather, but got the job done and it looks very satisfactory...

    Highpoint Roofing & Property Services

    2 review(s)
    Based: in Dartford, DA2 7HX

    Highpoint Roofing a family run business. We like to work to a high standard we cover all types of roofing services. We have been in the trade for 15years now and take pride in the work we do.all our work is fully guaranteed also have more customer ...

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    Esther A., DA2
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Dartford

    Brilliant job from quote to installation, John clearly explained everything step by step so that i was fully aware of th...

    Nayburs Roofing Ltd

    2 review(s)
    Based: in Borehamwood, WD6 1QX

    Hi at Nayburs roofing we offer a wide range of skills to meet the criteria of each and individual job we offer a free quote to each works Carried out and with all major works a guaranteed certificate.

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    Lethiwe C., MK40
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Bedford

    They secured by roofing trim and am very pleased with the work!

    TOP Line Roofing

    27 review(s)
    Based: in Dartford, DA13 0TX

    Hi there this is william from Topline roofing this is a family run business I am the third generation in the BusinessHell recommendation in business is your satisfaction

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    Gerry S., DA6
    4

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Bexleyheath

    Received a better quote from another company.

    Jp Weather Proof Roofing

    6 review(s)
    Based: in Leighton buzzard, LU7 9BP

    Weather proof roofing are a well established roofing contractor in London we built up our business solely on reputation and quality of work. This is a reputation we value and work hard to maintain. We pride ourselves on offering first class workmansh...

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    Douglas N., SE27
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in London

    JP Weather Proof came promptly and were courteous and helpful.

    Home Pride Roofing and Building Solutions

    4 review(s)
    Based: in Dartford, DA12 4JN

    Homepride roofing and building solutions always finish our work to a high standard to satisfy customers, as we have tradesman to all work we take on. And all our work comes with a guarantee.

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    Brian R., DA8
    3

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Erith

    Good easy to talk to

    Excel Roofing

    15 review(s)
    Based: in Dunstable, LU5 5BJ

    Excel Roofing are a friendly and professional roofing company, based in Luton and offer a quality roofing service. We serve all of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

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    Valerie W., SG5
    4

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Hitchin

    Nice people but decided to go elsewhere

    Terry Letherbridge T/A Letherbridge Roofing

    4 review(s)
    Based: in Essex, CM16 6LB

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    Albert N., RM3
    3

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Romford

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    FAQs

    How to slate a roof?

    One of the most popular choices for roofing materials are roof slates. There is a number of advantages that a roof slate has, hey can be aesthetically pleasing, they can also increase the potential selling value of the house and many more. Slate is a sturdy and resilient material that delivers waterproofing physical characteristics to a pitched roof. Unlike other roof materials which absorb water slates do not. Therefore, slate is the most resistant towards freezing and water damage.

    Find out the pitch of your roof

    Before beginning with the fitting procedure, you need to figure out the pitch of your roof. The roof pitch commands how much overlap is essential with each slate. This has been made a lot easier than the early days with the advancement of technology.

    Find out the required overlap

    Once you’ve found out the exact pitch of your roof accurately, take a look at the slate producer’s description. Each manufacturer will propose the obligatory overlap in order to form a firm and safe slate roof.

    Roll out the roof membrane

    Firstly, guarantee your joists or trusses are clean of any sheards or old nails that could harm the membrane. You will now have to roll the chosen roofing membrane along the roof trusses. It is always wise to start from one of the bottom corners and keep rolling it along to the other corner.

    Secure the roof membrane

    Once the membrane has been moved out, use thump nails to protect one edge. You will now have to pull the membrane taut and carefully fix it into position. Do this before adding any nails across the membrane at points of intersection with the trusses for extra stability.

    Batten placement

    This is done to find the proper assignment of the battens. For this, you will need two full-sized slates along with an under eaves slate. Carefully position the battens on the top of the roof on the top of the overlay. Make sure not to fix them down since it will be easier to move them around and make any adjustments.

    How to build a roof?

    A roof serves as something which is so much more than just a top of a building. A roof delivers guard from the elements and precipitation, it also helps drain water from a structure, and helps to provide insulation to the structure allowing it to keep the interior of a building cool or warm, according to season.

    There are several steps to building a roof

    Mount the trusses.

    This step requires the building’s wall frames to be completely level, square and plumb. If you are building the roof onto a building that is still a frame you must use ladders or scaffolding. Hoist the trusses onto the roof.

    Install temporary braces.

    You will need to install temporary braces that the trusses can rest on until the sheathing and permanent bracing are installed, this has to be done before you install the trusses. At the centre of the back wall, nail the bottom half of one two-by-six board that's 16 feet long to the top of the outside wall, making sure you fasten it to a stud.

    Install the end trusses.

    Install the two end trusses at the front and back of the building, making sure you affix them to the temporary bracing. The batten you take will have to be a bit longer than the distance will separate the trusses.

    Install the standard trusses.

    According to the instructions provided by the manufacturer, you will first need to install the first standard truss. You will also need to nail it to the batten from the first truss.

    Sheath the roof.

    Once your trusses permanently braced, you can begin with the sheathing of the roof. Starting from the bottom corner and moving across the bottom, the sheathing is installed lengthwise.

    Install the roof cover.

    Like the sheathing and underlayment procedures, the roof cover is installed lengthwise from the bottom up. The shingles should be staggered, and they should also overlap at the same time. You will need to work up to the ridge and use a ridge cap shingles to finish the ridge.

    How to tile a roof?

    The task of installing a tile roof can be quite a difficult one. Such a project takes a great deal of preparation, well before the actual tile installation is done. It does not matter if you are putting new ones or replacing your old tiles, understanding the proper technique and steps become crucial.

    Remove old roofing (if applicable).

    This is, on its own, a major job that can take days and require special tools. It takes some time, but be prepared to do it right.

    Install battens (if applicable).

    Battens may be needed to hold the tiles in place if the roof is having a steep slope. Usually made of metal or wood, battens are generally 1 inch thick and run horizontally along the roof.

    You can find several varieties of tiles that has a hook or a lip allowing it to hang on the available battens. Apart from this, you can find several clips in the market which help to attach the tiles on to the batten.

    Determining the spacing for battens can be done easily using two tiles. To prevent interlocking, a three inch overlap is required at the minimum, and a smaller amount of overhang should be left over the eaves. Keep this in mind when you determine the locations of the battens.

    After you have determined the distance between the first two battens, measure the distance and set battens using that spacing up, making sure to double-check measurements as you go along.

    • Install the tiles.

    • You will need to begin with one side first, and then continue to move along the length of the roof.

    • Cut tiles to fit tight spots.

    • Tiles have to be cut precisely to overcome any obstacle like the chimney.

    • Install the ridge tiles.

    After completing the broad surfaces of the roof, special ridge tiles are required to cap the top.

    What is a roof eave?

    An eave is the edge of a roof, which is why they are now and then called roof eaves. On a household's outside, eaves can stick out outside the side of the building, serving both ornamental and applied purposes. The eave of a house has come to mean the lower area of the roof that projects after the external covering, as opposite to a cornice, which is part of the entablature in Classical architecture.

    Think of how a roof outspreads outside the covering, and then think about how a hard rain may roll down the roof and, on the ground, away from the structure. Centuries ago, the eavesdrop was that indentation line made around a structure when the rain fell off the edge of the roof onto the ground.

    Types of Eaves

    A roof can come to a conclusion in essentially three ways. A closed eave is the one which has very little or no overhang at all. An open eave has a visible overhang, projecting beyond the roof brackets. A boxed eave is surrounded with a soffit.

    The Use of Eaves?

    An eave can defend the siding and substance of a structure. A roof eave bulging beyond the sides permits snow and rain to fall from the roof away from the covering, to the ground. The more the "weather" gets thrown away from the household, the chances of you having a dry basement increases.

    In cases of regions with a warmer climate, a large eave can help provide shade to the interior of the house. In rainy environments, the prolonged eaves of Asian architecture deliver shelter from the climate, as well as direction. In the 21st century, an eave may be an inconspicuous site for security cameras and light.

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