Trusted Roofers in Buckingham

This is the most common question we get — and the honest answer is that it depends on the age of your roof, the extent of the damage, and how many areas are affected. A roof that's under 15 years old with isolated damage — a few missing tiles, a small leak, failed flashing — will almost always be repairable. A roof over 25 years old that's leaking in multiple places, has widespread felt deterioration underneath the tiles, or has significant structural issues is usually better replaced. Patching an old roof repeatedly costs more in the long run than replacing it properly. When we come out to assess your roof, we'll give you an honest recommendation — not the one that makes us the most money.

A full roof replacement on an average three-bedroom semi-detached house in Buckinghamshire typically costs between £5,000 and £9,000 depending on the materials used, the pitch and complexity of the roof, and whether scaffolding needs to be erected. Larger detached properties or those with complex roof lines — hips, valleys, dormers — will cost more. Natural slate is more expensive than concrete tile. We provide fully itemised quotes so you know exactly what you're paying for before any work begins.

Not always — but often yes, and any roofer who tells you otherwise should be treated with caution. Scaffolding isn't just a legal requirement for working at height safely — it also allows our team to work properly and efficiently rather than rushing a job from a ladder. For full replacements, scaffolding is always required. For minor repairs such as replacing a small number of tiles or clearing a blocked gutter, we may be able to work safely from a ladder depending on the roof height and access. We'll confirm this when we come out to quote.

For a standard three or four-bedroom house, a full roof replacement typically takes between three and five days from scaffold erection to completion. Larger or more complex roofs can take longer. Weather plays a role — we won't work in unsafe conditions, and certain materials shouldn't be laid in very cold or wet weather. We'll give you a realistic timeframe when we quote and keep you updated throughout the job.

Yes, in most cases. Roof repairs can be carried out year-round in the UK, and in fact winter is often when repairs are most urgently needed following storms and freezing conditions. There are some limitations — certain flat roof systems shouldn't be installed in temperatures below 5°C, and ice or frost on a roof makes working at height dangerous. We'll always prioritise safety, but we'll also do everything we can to get to you quickly if you have an active leak causing damage to your home.