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Roof Replacements

Roof Replacements

When a roof has reached the end of its life, a full replacement is more cost-effective than repeated patch repairs. We carry out complete roof replacements across Aylsham and the surrounding Norfolk villages, working on everything from Victorian terraces to modern bungalows.

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What's involved

Roof Replacements in Aylsham

Roof replacement becomes the right call when repairs are no longer keeping pace with the deterioration, when a roof is sagging or the deck is rotten, or when an old felt flat roof or concrete tile covering has simply reached the end of its useful life. Continuing to patch a failing roof costs more in the long run than replacing it cleanly.

We start by removing all existing tiles, slates, or felt, and inspecting every rafter, purlin, and the decking beneath. Any timber that has rotted or been damaged by water ingress is cut out and replaced with treated new timber before the new covering goes on. We then install breathable roofing felt, new tanalised battens, and lay the new tile or slate to the correct gauge. Lead or aluminium flashings are refitted or replaced at chimneys, party walls, and roof windows. The job is not finished until the ridge is pointed, valley gutters are clean and clear, and all debris has left the site.

A roof replacement tackled by an inexperienced contractor often results in hidden problems being papered over rather than fixed. Rotten rafters left in place will continue to spread, and a new covering laid over a compromised deck will not last its expected lifespan. Our approach is to fix what is underneath first.

We work across Aylsham and nearby towns including Aylsham, Cawston, Reepham, and Wroxham. Most domestic replacements are completed within a week, and we keep you updated throughout. We remove and dispose of all old roofing materials legally.

Roof replacement costs in Norfolk generally range from £4,500 to £11,000 for a typical detached or semi-detached home, depending on size, access, and materials selected.

Itemised quote
Materials, labour, scaffold broken out
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10-year guarantee
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Questions

What people ask first.

Most homeowners in Aylsham should budget between £5,500 and £12,000 for a new pitched roof on a standard semi-detached or detached house. The main cost factors are roof area, pitch, and whether you choose concrete tiles, clay tiles, or natural slate. We provide a full written quote after surveying the roof, so you know exactly what's included.
If more than a third of the tiles or slates are cracked, slipping, or missing, or if you are getting water ingress in multiple places, a full replacement is usually better value than ongoing repairs. We can carry out a survey and give you an honest assessment of whether repair or replacement makes more financial sense for your property.
Minor repairs such as replacing a small number of broken tiles or re-bedding loose ridge tiles typically cost between £150 and £400 in the Aylsham area. More involved work like repairing a chimney flashing or fixing a leaking valley will usually fall in the £300 to £700 range. We give you a clear price before we start.
Flat roofing is almost always priced per square metre, with the total depending on the system chosen, the size of the roof, and whether the deck needs replacing underneath. In Aylsham, EPDM and GRP flat roof installations typically run between £70 and £110 per square metre fully installed. A small garage or extension roof of 20 square metres would therefore fall in the £1,400 to £2,200 range.
For a typical semi-detached property in Aylsham, most customers budget between £800 and £1,500 for a full fascia, soffit, and guttering replacement. The final price depends on the total run of boards, whether any rafter feet need repair, and how many storeys need access. We provide a written quote after a free roofline survey so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Replacing the lead flashing on all four sides of a standard chimney in Aylsham usually costs between £400 and £700, including repointing the chase. If only the front apron and back gutter need attention, the cost is lower. We quote per job after inspecting the chimney, not on a blanket day rate.
Chimney rebuild costs are not usually quoted per metre because access, brick matching, and the number of pots all affect the price significantly. As a rough guide, a full rebuild of a standard single stack above the roofline in Aylsham, including scaffold and new lead, runs between £1,500 and £2,800. A partial rebuild of the top two or three courses is typically £900 to £1,400.
For a standard two-storey property in Aylsham, chimney removal including scaffold, making good the roof, and disposing of the brickwork typically costs between £900 and £1,800. The price varies with the height of the stack, the type of roof covering, and how much tile or slate work is needed to close the opening neatly. We give a fixed price after seeing the job.
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