What to look for
Roofers cover pitched and flat-roof installation, repair, and maintenance — from emergency leak-stopping after storms through to full re-roofs. Material-specific specialisms include slate, tile, lead, EPDM, GRP, and felt. Working at height brings strict safety requirements and the trade carries elevated insurance costs.
- Confederation of Roofing Contractors or NFRC membership
- Working-at-height risk assessment and method statement
- Public liability insurance with elevated work cover
- Workmanship guarantee in writing (typically 10-25 years)
- Material warranty separate from labour guarantee
- Scaffold safety plan for jobs over single-storey
Typical pricing: £100-£150 callout, £4,500-£12,000 typical re-roof on terraced/semi, £80-£200 per m² flat roof (UK 2026)
Regulator / certification to look for: NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors), Confederation of Roofing Contractors