Emergency Roofer
UK& Surrounding Area

Look for membership of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), which is the leading trade body for the roofing industry. Roofers registered with the CompetentRoofer scheme can self-certify building regulations compliance, saving you the cost of a separate building control inspection. TrustMark registration is another reliable indicator of competence and fair trading standards.

Chimney repairs in UK range from £200 to £800 depending on the work required. Reflashing a chimney stack typically costs £250–£500, while repointing the brickwork runs £200–£400. If the chimney stack is leaning or structurally unsound, a partial rebuild can cost £1,000–£2,500. Scaffold access to a chimney adds to the overall cost.

For emergency call-outs, the roofer will explain the call-out fee upfront and then assess the damage on arrival. They will give you a clear quote for the temporary repair before starting. For larger permanent repairs, most roofers will provide a written quotation after a proper survey. Never agree to work — especially expensive re-roofing — without a detailed written quote.

A roofing emergency is any situation where water is actively entering your property or the roof structure is at risk of further collapse. This includes storm damage with missing tiles or lifted felt, a hole in the roof, chimney stack damage, and flat roof membrane failure during heavy rain. Cosmetic issues like moss growth or a single cracked tile are not emergencies but should still be addressed promptly.

We strongly advise against going on your roof without proper safety equipment. Falls from roofs account for a significant number of serious injuries and fatalities in the UK each year. Even single-storey roofs are dangerous, especially when wet or windy. An emergency roofer has the training, harnesses and equipment to work at height safely — call one rather than risking a fall.

Repointing ridge tiles in UK costs between £300 and £600 for a typical semi-detached property. The price depends on how many ridge tiles need attention and whether any are cracked and need replacing. Using a dry ridge system instead of traditional mortar adds around £200–£400 but lasts significantly longer.