Full Roof Replacements Across Surrey
A roof replacement is one of the bigger jobs a homeowner ever takes on, and how it is approached matters. At Surrey Roofing & Windows Ltd we carry out full re-roofs across Surrey on Victorian and Edwardian terraces, 1930s semis, post-war estates and modern detached homes. Whatever the property, the principle is the same: strip back to the rafters, install proper breathable membrane and treated battens, then re-tile or re-slate with a material that suits the home and the road it sits on.
When You Need a Roof Replacement (Not Just a Repair)
If you are getting one or two of the signs below, a repair is often still the right answer. If you are getting several, replacement usually works out cheaper over five to ten years than continuing to patch.
- The roof is over 50 years old and on its original tiles or slates
- You can see daylight or feel draughts from inside the loft
- Underfelt is hanging in strips below the tiles
- Multiple slipped, cracked or missing tiles, especially after recent storms
- Sagging ridge line or visible dips in the roof slope
- Repeated leaks in different positions on the roof
- Mortar joints on ridges and verges are crumbling away
- You are about to invest in a loft conversion or extension
Our Roof Replacement Process
Every roof we replace follows the same disciplined process so the finish is consistent and the property stays protected at every stage.
- Survey - We attend, inspect the existing roof inside and out, photograph what we find and listen to what you want from the replacement.
- Quote - You receive a written quote with scope, materials, programme and price clearly listed. Nothing hidden in small print.
- Strip - Scaffold goes up, we strip the existing tiles, battens and felt back to the rafters and dispose of the waste properly.
- Membrane and battens - We install new breathable membrane and pre-treated battens at the correct gauge for the new tile.
- Tiles - The new concrete tile, clay tile or slate is fixed to current code, with ridges, hips and verges detailed properly.
- Roofline - Fascias, soffits and gutters are renewed where needed, with new uPVC or aluminium to match.
- Final check - Roof is checked over, scaffold comes down, site is swept and you receive the workmanship guarantee in writing.
Materials We Work With
- Concrete tile - The most common Surrey re-roof material. Long-lasting, well-priced and available in profiles to match almost every existing roof.
- Clay tile - Traditional and used on heritage and conservation-area properties. Lasts decades when laid correctly and ages beautifully.
- Natural slate - For Victorian terraces and properties where the original was slate. Welsh and Spanish slate options available depending on budget.
- Man-made slate - Lighter and lower cost than natural slate, with a finish that suits properties where the original was a slate look.
Roof Replacement Cost in Surrey
We are often asked what a re-roof in Surrey costs. The honest answer is that it depends on the size, shape and pitch of the roof, the material chosen, whether roofline is included and whether scaffolding access is straightforward. As a general guide, a typical semi-detached re-roof in concrete tile sits in the lower range, clay tile re-roofs are mid to upper, and natural slate work on larger detached homes is at the top of the range. We give a precise written quote after a survey rather than headline numbers that turn out not to apply.
Honest pricing principleWe do not quote without seeing the roof. Any contractor giving a firm price over the phone is guessing, and you usually pay for that guess later in extras. Our survey is free.
Areas We Cover for Roof Replacements
We carry out roof replacements across Surrey, including the towns below. Click through to your local area page for more on how we work there.
Be careful of door-knock roofersIf someone turns up unannounced offering a discounted re-roof, ask for a written quote, an address, a company number and references. Reputable Surrey roofers do not need to knock on doors.
Roof Replacement FAQs
How do I know if I need a roof replacement instead of a repair?+
If your roof is over 50 years old, has multiple slipped or broken tiles, sagging sections, a perished underfelt, repeated leaks in different places or visible daylight from the loft, replacement is usually better value than repeated repairs. We will tell you honestly whether a repair is sensible or not.
How long does a full roof replacement take?+
A typical semi-detached re-roof takes 5 to 8 working days, including scaffold, strip, membrane and battens, re-tile, ridge and roofline. Larger detached homes can take 2 to 3 weeks depending on roof shape and weather.
Will you keep the property tidy during a re-roof?+
Yes. We protect gardens and driveways, use a covered skip or chute and leave the site clean each evening. The finished sweep on day one of completion is part of every job.
Do you guarantee your roof replacements?+
Yes. Every roof replacement is covered by a written workmanship guarantee, and the materials carry their own manufacturer warranties on top. We provide both in writing on completion.
Can you match the existing tiles on my Surrey home?+
In most cases yes. Concrete and clay tile profiles common to Surrey homes are still in production, and where the exact tile has been discontinued we work with the closest matching profile and colour. Conservation areas get particular attention to like-for-like.