How to Quote for Roofing Work: Pricing Guide for UK Roofers

Roofing work is high-value, high-stakes quoting. Get your pricing wrong and you'll either lose money on materials or price yourself out of work. Whether you're quoting for a full re-roof, a flat roof, or a simple repair, here's how to price roofing work accurately in 2026.

Roofing Prices UK 2026 — Job Type Breakdown

Here's what roofers are charging across the UK for common jobs:

Job Type	Price Range	Duration
Roof repair (small leak)	£150-£400	1-3 hours
Ridge tile repointing	£300-£600	Half day
Replace broken tiles (5-10)	£200-£500	2-4 hours
Flat roof (15m² garage)	£1,200-£2,500	1-2 days
Flat roof (30m² extension)	£2,400-£4,500	2-3 days
Full re-roof (3-bed semi)	£5,000-£9,000	3-5 days
Full re-roof with slate	£8,000-£14,000	5-8 days
New guttering (full house)	£600-£1,200	1 day
Chimney repointing	£400-£800	Half day
Lead flashing repair	£200-£500	2-4 hours
Fascia & soffit replacement	£1,500-£3,000	1-2 days

Flat Roof Costs by Material

Flat roof pricing depends heavily on the material you use. Here's the cost per square metre including labour and materials:

Material	Cost per m²	Lifespan
Felt (3-layer)	£50-£70	10-15 years
EPDM rubber	£80-£110	25-30 years
GRP fibreglass	£90-£130	25-30 years
Lead	£150-£250	50-100 years

Roofer Day Rates UK 2026

Region	Roofer Day Rate	Roofer + Labourer
London	£380-£520	£550-£750
South East	£320-£440	£480-£650
Midlands	£260-£360	£400-£550
North	£240-£340	£380-£520
Scotland & Wales	£240-£350	£380-£530

How to Price a Roofing Job

Every roofing quote should account for these cost categories:

1. Measure the Roof

Measure the roof area in square metres. For pitched roofs, remember the actual surface area is larger than the footprint. A 30° pitched roof has roughly 15% more surface area than the floor plan.

2. Calculate Materials

• Tiles/slates — Allow 10-15% extra for waste and cutting
• Battens — Based on tile gauge (typically 25x50mm at 340mm centres for standard interlocking)
• Felt/membrane — Breathable membrane is now standard (Building Regs Part C)
• Fixings — Nails, clips, and fixings. More in exposed areas (BS 5534 wind zones)
• Lead — For flashings, valleys, and abutments
• Ridge — Dry ridge systems are now standard under Building Regs

3. Add Labour

Based on your day rate multiplied by the number of days. Allow for:

• Stripping the old roof
• Any timber repairs (expect the unexpected — rotten rafters, damaged decking)
• Installation time
• Weather delays (always build in a contingency)

4. Scaffolding

Scaffolding is often the largest cost customers don't expect. Typical prices:

• Standard 2-storey scaffold — £600-£1,200 for a week
• Full house scaffold — £1,000-£2,000 for a week
• Additional weeks — £100-£200 per week

Either include scaffold in your quote price or list it as a separate line item. Either way, the customer needs to know.

5. Waste Disposal

Old tiles, felt, and timber need disposing of properly. A skip costs £200-£400 depending on size and location.

Sample Roofing Quote

Here's what a professional re-roof quote might look like for a 3-bed semi-detached house (approx 65m² roof area):

Common Quoting Mistakes Roofers Make

• Not inspecting the roof properly — Always get up a ladder or use a drone. Photos from the ground miss half the problems
• Forgetting scaffolding costs — If you absorb this cost you'll wipe out your profit margin
• No contingency for timber repairs — Old roofs almost always have some rotten timber. Add 10-15% contingency or note it clearly in your quote
• Quoting by text message — Unprofessional quotes lose jobs to competitors who present properly
• Undercharging — Roofing is dangerous, physical work. Your rates should reflect the risk, skill, and specialist equipment required

Tips for Winning More Roofing Work

• Quote promptly — Send your quote within 24-48 hours. The first professional quote usually wins
• Take photos during the survey — Show the customer the problems you've found. This builds trust and justifies your price
• Offer a guarantee — A 10-20 year workmanship guarantee gives customers confidence
• Get Google reviews — Roofing is a high-trust purchase. Customers check reviews before hiring a roofer
• Use quoting software — Professional quotes with your branding, itemised breakdowns, and automatic VAT calculation. See our best apps for tradesmen

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a new roof cost in the UK in 2026?

A complete re-roof on a standard 3-bed semi costs £5,000-£9,000 including materials, labour, scaffolding, and disposal. Slate roofs cost more at £8,000-£14,000. Larger properties (detached, 4-5 bed) can cost £10,000-£18,000+.

How much do roofers charge per day in the UK?

Roofers charge £250-£380 per day outside London and £380-£520 in London. A roofer working with a labourer charges £400-£750 per day combined depending on region.

How much does a flat roof cost per square metre?

Flat roof costs per m²: felt £50-£70, EPDM rubber £80-£110, GRP fibreglass £90-£130, lead £150-£250. These prices include labour and materials.

Should roofers quote fixed price or day rate?

Always quote a fixed price for roofing work. Customers need certainty on cost before committing to a roof replacement. Day rates only work for ongoing maintenance contracts or when working as a subcontractor on larger sites.