Roof repairs fix specific faults in a pitched or flat roof, such as slipped or cracked tiles, loose ridges, failed flashing, leaking valleys or chimney defects, to stop water getting in without replacing the whole roof.
Our guide for roof repairs in Scotland comes to £300–£1,450 with VAT added, and that range applies across Scottish Borders, including Hawick, Galashiels, Peebles and Kelso. Your own price depends on the size of the job, the specification and how easy it is to work on the site. We survey for free, check any consents needed under the rules in Scotland, and then put the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £300–£1,450 inc VAT
- Time on site
- Half a day to 3 days for most repairs
- Planning rules
- Scotland
- Price level
- About 4% below the national guide
- Towns listed
- 4
- Survey
- Free, with a written quote
Roof repairs prices in Scottish Borders
Here is how the guide price for roof repairs breaks down in Scottish Borders. We start from national figures and adjust for Scotland, which comes out about 4% below the national guide. The resulting range, VAT included, is £300–£1,450, and a survey, at no cost to you, firms it up.
| Type of job | What it usually involves | Guide in Scottish Borders |
|---|---|---|
| Minor repair | Replacing a handful of slipped or broken tiles from ladders or a roof ladder. | £200–£500 |
| Ridge, flashing or valley repair | Rebedding a ridge run, renewing flashing or relining a short valley. | £400–£1,150 |
| Larger repair with scaffolding | Several faults, chimney work or repairs on high roofs needing scaffolding. | £950–£2,900 |
The main things that change the figure:
- Number and type of faults to repair
- Access: ladders, roof ladders, towers or full scaffolding
- Roof height and steepness
- Matching tiles, slates or lead to the existing roof
What’s included?
- Inspection to trace the source of leaks or damage
- Photos of the problem areas and a clear written explanation
- Replacement of slipped, cracked or missing tiles and slates
- Ridge, hip and verge rebedding or dry-fix conversion
- Temporary weatherproofing where a full repair must wait
- Clearing debris from gutters and the work area
Housing across Scottish Borders
Mill towns such as Hawick, Galashiels and Selkirk have stone terraces and tenements from the textile industry, Melrose and Kelso have older sandstone centres, and farmhouses and cottages across the Borders are built of whinstone or sandstone under slate roofs. Post-war and newer estates surround the larger towns.
Mill-town terraces and tenements often need lime repointing, re-roofing in slate and replacement windows. Newer homes commonly take extensions and garage conversions, and rural properties add fencing, porches and driveways.
Cold winters with frost and snow on higher ground, and the Tweed and Teviot can flood low-lying properties.
Planning and building rules in Scottish Borders
Which rules apply depends on where you live. For Scottish Borders, the answer is Scotland, and the points below reflect that; we verify them with the council before quoting.
In Scotland, like-for-like re-roofing does not usually need planning permission, except on listed buildings or in conservation areas.
Like-for-like re-covering does not usually need a building warrant, but structural changes or new roof windows can. Bats are protected across the UK; if they roost under roof tiles, soffits or fascias, work stops and a licensed ecologist advises before it restarts.
Rules change and every property is different, so we check the planning history and constraints for your address before we quote.
How does the job run?
We look at the job
We begin by looking at the job in person. During the free survey we discuss options, materials and budget for roof repairs, and photograph or measure anything the quote needs to reflect.
Price and scope agreed
After the survey we send a quote for roof repairs that fixes the price for the scope we've agreed. If you want to change materials or scope, we revise it in writing before anything is booked.
Booking the work
We handle the paperwork side: checking whether planning permission or building control approval is needed, submitting applications where they are, and scheduling the trades and materials around your dates.
Build and hand over
Our trades complete roof repairs while your point of contact keeps you updated. When everything is finished, we clear the site, take away waste and go through the result with you before handover.
How we work
Questions about roof repairs in Scottish Borders
Is the price fixed?
Yes, for the specification we agree. Your written quote sets out exactly what is included at a fixed price. It only changes if you ask for something different, or if a problem the survey could not reasonably reveal later needs extra work. In either case we explain the change and confirm it in writing before going ahead.
Why is my roof leaking?
Roof leaks usually come from slipped or cracked tiles, failed flashing around chimneys and walls, leaking valleys, blocked gutters overflowing, or perished felt beneath the tiles. Water can travel along timbers before it drips, so the stain on your ceiling may not be directly under the fault. Condensation in the loft can also look like a leak. We trace the source before recommending a repair.
How can I spot roof problems early?
Spotting roof problems early saves money. Look from the ground after storms for slipped or missing tiles, cracked ridge mortar or debris in gutters. In the loft, check for daylight, damp patches, stained timbers or wet insulation. Inside, watch for ceiling stains and peeling paint near outside walls. Clearing gutters each autumn prevents overflow damage.
Can you do an emergency roof repair?
After storm damage, a temporary repair such as sheeting or refixing loose tiles can stop water getting in until a permanent repair can be made. We aim to attend as quickly as possible, but availability depends on weather and demand, especially after widespread storms. In the meantime, catch drips in containers, move valuables and switch off lights near any wet ceiling.
How long will roof repairs take?
On a typical home, allow Half a day to 3 days for most repairs. Larger projects, older buildings and extra work found once things are opened up can extend that, while simpler jobs may be shorter. Your quote includes an estimate of time on site, and your point of contact keeps you updated on the programme as the work progresses.
Towns in Scottish Borders
We offer roof repairs in each of the towns below, all within Scottish Borders. Select yours for guide prices, postcodes covered and nearby places.