Re-roofing in London

Covering London

We cover London, including Brent, Islington, Bexley and Barking, and the towns around them.

Homes in London

London projects often mean working on period terraces with neighbours on both sides, tight access through the house and conservation area controls, so careful planning and party wall work matter as much as the build.

What goes into re-roofing?

Re-roofing means stripping a pitched roof back to the rafters and replacing the membrane, battens, tiles or slates, ridge and flashings. It is needed when a roof covering reaches the end of its life, and it is the right time to improve loft insulation.

Scaffolding and edge protection
Strip old covering and check timbers
New tiles or slates, ridge and verge

How much should I budget for re-roofing?

What re-roofing typically cost. These are guide ranges; the written quote for your house replaces them.

Re-roofing	Guide price incl. VAT
Terraced house	£6,000 to £10,000
Semi-detached house	£8,000 to £15,000
Detached house	£12,000 to £25,000

Planning and building rules in London

In England we deal with the council’s planning team for permission or a lawful development certificate, with building control (the council or a registered building control approver) for inspections, and with neighbours under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 where it applies.

Replacing a roof covering like for like does not usually need planning permission in England.

What can affect re-roofing?

Neighbouring roofs on semis and terraces need careful junction details.
Insulation upgrades at the same time can cut heat loss significantly.

How does the project run?

Tell us about the project. Call, use the guide price tool or send the form with a few photos and a postcode.
Free site visit. We measure up, look at access, drains and the structure, and talk through options and budget.
Price and paperwork. The design is priced line by line, and we submit the planning and building control applications.
Construction and completion. One site lead co-ordinates every trade through to the building control certificate.

Questions about re-roofing in London

How much does a new roof cost?

Around £6,000 to £10,000 for a terraced house, £8,000 to £15,000 for a semi and £12,000 to £25,000 for a detached house, including VAT.

How long does it take?

One to three weeks for most houses, weather permitting.

Who deals with the council for a project in London?

We do. We prepare the drawings, submit planning or permitted development paperwork if needed, and arrange building control inspections.

Re-roofing in nearby towns

Learn more about re-roofing, or see every project we cover in London.