Stains or damp on ceilings and walls
Brown patches, peeling paint or a musty smell on upper floors often point to water coming in somewhere above. The entry point is not always directly above the stain.
Roofing
Roofing repairs and re-roofing for homes and commercial buildings
A roof is rarely a problem until water gets in. By then, a single slipped tile or failed flashing can have soaked insulation, stained ceilings and started to affect the timbers beneath. Acting early usually means a smaller repair and a smaller bill.
What we can help with
Roofing: the jobs we take on
Tell us what you can see, and send photographs taken safely from the ground or from inside the loft by replying to our acknowledgement email. We will help you work out whether you need a targeted repair, a more substantial refurbishment of part of the roof, or a full re-roof.
- Slipped, cracked or missing tiles and slates
- Ridge and hip tile repairs and re-bedding
- Flashing and lead work around chimneys, valleys and abutments
- Leaks, damp patches and water stains on ceilings
- Chimney stack, pot and flaunching repairs
- Fascias, soffits and bargeboards at the roofline
- Partial re-roofs and full re-roofing
- Roof inspections after storms or before buying a property
Know what to look for
Signs your roof may need attention
Daylight in the loft
If you can see light through the roof covering from inside, water and draughts can get in too. Wet or darkened felt and timbers are a further warning sign.
Tiles or slates on the ground
Loose or missing pieces after high winds can leave the underlay exposed. Fragments in the garden or gutters are worth investigating.
Sagging, uneven or heavily mossy areas
Dips in the roofline can indicate structural movement or failing timbers. Heavy moss holds moisture against the surface and can block gutters.
Practical guidance
Good to know before you book roofing work
- Repair or replace?
- The right answer depends on the age and condition of the covering, the number of failures and how the roof is built. A good contractor should explain the options in plain terms rather than defaulting to the most expensive one.
- Access and scaffolding
- Anything beyond a minor repair at height may need scaffolding or other access equipment for safety. Ask for this to be discussed up front so it is not a surprise later.
- Building Regulations and consents
- Replacing a large part of a roof covering can trigger Building Regulations requirements such as insulation and ventilation. Listed buildings and some conservation areas may need consent. Ask how this will be handled.
- What affects the price
- Roof size and pitch, access, the materials chosen, the condition of the timbers underneath and the amount of waste to remove all play a part. We do not publish prices on this website; quotes follow a description of the work and, where needed, an inspection.
How it works
How a roofing enquiry works
Tell us what you can see
Send a short description and your postcode, then reply to our acknowledgement email with photographs if you have them. Mention any leaks, how long they have been happening and whether the property is a house, flat or commercial unit.
Assessment
For anything beyond an obvious small repair, the roof is looked at properly before a price is given, so the quote reflects what is actually wrong.
A clear written quote
You receive the proposed work, the materials and what is and is not included, so you can compare it with other quotes on a like-for-like basis.
Work and tidy-up
Work is carried out, the area is cleared and the result is talked through with you. Photographs of the finished work can be shared where practical.
Quick enquiry
Request a roofing quote
A few details are enough to get started. Tell us what is wrong and where. A call is not a booking.
- Prefer to email? info@ryangroup.co.uk
- Prefer to talk? 01737 947226
- Planning something bigger? Use the larger-project form
- Local guides: Redhill, Reigate, Lingfield. See the areas hub for what is and is not published.
Questions
Roofing: frequently asked questions
My roof is leaking. What should I do first?
Protect your belongings, catch drips with a bucket or towels and take photographs for your records. Avoid going onto the roof yourself. If water is near light fittings or electrics, keep away from the area and turn off the affected circuit at the consumer unit only if it is safe to do so. Then send us an enquiry and mark it as urgent.
Can a small roof repair be done without replacing the whole roof?
Often, yes. Isolated problems such as a few slipped tiles, a failed ridge or worn flashing can usually be repaired. If the covering is at the end of its life, repeated patching can become poor value, and a fuller refurbishment may make more sense.
Do you work on commercial roofs?
Yes, commercial enquiries are welcome. Many commercial buildings have flat or low-pitched roofs, so you may also want to read our flat roofing page. Tell us about access, any permit or site rules and whether the building stays occupied during the work.
Will I get a fixed price?
Where the work can be clearly defined, a written quote sets out what is included. Roofing can reveal hidden damage once old materials are removed, so a good quote should also explain how any extra work would be discussed and agreed before it goes ahead.
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