What a roof repair or replacement costs in Medway — repairs from as low as £100, a new roof from as low as £2,000 depending on the roof.
The honest answer to "how much does a new roof cost?" is that anyone quoting you a single figure before seeing the property is guessing. But there are starting points, and knowing them means you can tell a fair quote from an inflated one.
Our starting prices
These are our "from" prices — the lowest a job of that kind realistically comes in at. What you actually pay depends on the roof, which is why we survey before quoting.
- Roof repairs — from as low as £100. A slipped tile, a small leak, a cracked slate or a bit of failed flashing is often a short job.
- New roof — from as low as £2,000 depending on the roof. The size, pitch, covering and access all move this figure.
We'd rather give you an honest starting point than a made-up average. Ring us or send a photo and we'll tell you where your roof sits.
What pushes the price up
- Size and pitch — a bigger roof means more materials and more time on the scaffold
- The covering — concrete tiles cost less than natural slate, which is common on older Rochester and Chatham properties and slower to lay
- Access — terraces with no rear access need scaffolding across a neighbour's garden, which needs permission and costs more
- Chimneys and dormers — each one adds lead work, flashing and time
- Rotten battens or rafters — you cannot see these until the old covering is off
- Conservation areas — parts of Rochester and Chatham have restrictions on materials you must match
What should not be in the quote
A proper quote is fixed and itemised. Be wary of a low headline figure with "plus scaffolding" or "plus materials" attached — a quote that grows after you've agreed it isn't a quote. We quote fixed and put the scope in writing.
Repair or replace?
If the roof is under 25 years old, the battens are sound, and the problem is localised — a slipped ridge, a cracked tile, failed flashing — a repair from £100 is usually the right call. Replacing a roof that has years left in it is money wasted. If tiles are failing across the whole elevation or the felt has perished, patching becomes false economy and you're better putting that money toward a new roof.
Want This Looked At Properly?
Free survey, photographs, and a fixed written price. No obligation and no sales pressure.
Costs and timings in this article are guides for Medway and Kent properties. Every roof is different — a survey is the only way to get an accurate figure.