Roof Repair Cost UK 2026

Roof repairs in 2026 cost £150–£500 for a typical slipped-tile or flashing job. Bigger repairs (replacing a section of damaged felt or fixing a leak around the chimney) run £500–£1,500.

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Typical UK price range: £150–£1,500. Typical time: 0.5–2 days.

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Roof type Tiled (concrete) Clay tile Natural slate Flat (EPDM/GRP)

Roof area (m²)

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

New felt + battens £400–£1,200 New ridge tiles £250–£700 Chimney removal £1,200–£3,500 Scaffolding £800–£2,500 Roof insulation upgrade £600–£2,000

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Key points

• Single tile/slate replacement: £80–£200
• Flashing repair: £150–£400
• Localised felt repair: £300–£800
• Chimney flashing rebuild: £500–£1,200

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Slipped tile reset	£80	£200
Single tile replacement	£100	£250
Lead flashing repair	£150	£400
Localised felt patch	£300	£800
Ridge tile re-mortar	£250	£700
Chimney flashing rebuild	£500	£1,200

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£1,113
South East	£1,031
South West	£907
Midlands	£825
North England	£742
Scotland	£783
Wales	£742

How to save money

• Get a full roof survey while you're paying for scaffolding — only £80–£150
• Always replace the flashing when you replace a tile near it
• Cherry pickers are cheaper than scaffold for single-tile jobs

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FAQs

When should I repair vs replace a roof?

Replace when 25 %+ of tiles are slipping, felt is showing through, or you have multiple leak points. Repair if it’s a single area with no underlying damage.

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Disclaimer: Prices are guide ranges based on 2026 UK market data. Get quotes from local tradespeople for accurate pricing.