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Identify as closely as you can where the problem is.
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Select contractors from our Trusted Installer list. If it is a significant job, always ask for three quotes to compare.
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Ask the contractor to do a detailed inspection and produce a report indicating the scale of the problem and the areas to be fixed.
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Ask for a fully itemised quote that breaks down the cost of materials, labour and scaffolding etc.
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Do some homework so that you understand some of the options available. Don’t necessary go with the cheapest. A good-looking tile may be more expensive, but make a real difference to the look of your house. Dry-fix is likely to be more expensive than mortar fixing, but will last longer and be more reliable.
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Make sure it is the same company that will actually be doing the roof: not subcontracting the work.
- Check what warranties are offered by the contractor – if they are using a Redland system it should be a full 10 year guarantee.
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Our Quick Tips
- Check the cause of leaks carefully – you may be able to do a repair
- A roof lasts for about 50 years
- Try to replace the tiles like-for-like
- Remember, a new roof will really revitalise your home
- Don’t leave it too long – leaks cause havoc
