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From a single slipped tile to a full re-roof, we handle everything in-house. No subcontracting, no middlemen - just our own team on the scaffold, properly trained.
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Slipped tiles, cracked flashing, persistent leaks - roof repairs in Cambridge carried out properly, with the right mater
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Storm damage, active leak, damaged ridge - we aim to be on-site within 24 hours.
A roof problem rarely gets smaller on its own. A missing tile lets water into the felt beneath; once the felt is wet and softened, the timbers are not far behind. A small repair left for one winter can become a significant job by spring. Cambridge Roofers handles everything from a single slipped slate to a full roof strip and re-cover, and we treat a small repair with the same care as a large one.
Common repair jobs we are called to include: broken or missing clay and concrete tiles, cracked ridge tiles, failed mortar on hips and ridges, lifting or split lead flashings around chimney stacks and skylights, and blocked or leaking guttering that is causing water to back up under the eaves. If you can see a damp patch on an upstairs ceiling after rain, the cause is nearly always at the roof level rather than inside the wall - and it is worth having it looked at before the next wet spell.
When a roof has been patched repeatedly and is still failing, or when the felt underlay has deteriorated so badly that it can no longer do its job, a full re-roof is usually better value than another round of repairs. A typical re-roof on a Cambridge semi-detached house involves stripping all the existing tiles, inspecting and replacing any rotten timbers, fitting new breathable underlay, and re-tiling with matching or compatible tiles. Concrete interlocking tiles are the most cost-effective option for most modern properties; clay plain tiles and natural slate are more expensive but are often the right choice on period homes where appearance and longevity matter.
As a rough guide, a full re-roof on a three-bedroom semi in the Cambridge area typically costs between £5,000 and £10,000 depending on roof size, tile type, and the condition of the timbers. Larger detached properties or those needing significant timber repairs will cost more. We provide written quotes so you know what you are paying for before any work starts.
Flat roofs are common on extensions, garage roofs, and bay window tops. A flat roof that is bubbling, cracked, or holding standing water after rain is close to the end of its life. The two systems we use for flat roof replacement are traditional mineral-surface felt (in a torch-on or cold-applied system) and EPDM rubber membrane. EPDM is a single-ply rubber sheet that is bonded directly to the deck; it is flexible, handles temperature changes well, and a quality installation can be expected to last 20 years or more. Felt systems are a well-established alternative and remain appropriate for many straightforward jobs.
Flat roof replacement in Cambridge typically costs between £70 and £120 per square metre, depending on the system chosen and the condition of the existing deck. If the timber decking is rotten, replacing it adds to the cost but is not optional - a new membrane over a soft deck will fail early.
Rotten timber soffits and fascias are one of the most common reasons water gets into roof voids on Cambridge's older houses. Once the fascia board is soft, the gutter bracket loses its fixing, the gutter pulls away, and water runs straight down the wall. Replacing timber soffits and fascias with UPVC boards stops this cycle and removes the need for repainting every few years. We carry out soffit and fascia replacement alongside roofing work or as a standalone job.
Many older houses still have original chimney stacks. Many of these are no longer used for fires, but the stack remains above the roofline and needs to be maintained. Common problems include failed flaunching (the mortar cap at the top of the pot), cracked or spalled brickwork, and failed lead flashing at the base where the stack meets the roof. All of these allow water in.
Where a chimney stack is redundant and causing repeated problems, removal is worth considering. Taking a stack down to just below roof level, capping the flue, and tiling over the opening removes a maintenance liability and often costs between £1,000 and £2,500 depending on the height and accessibility of the stack.
When getting quotes for roofing work, it is worth asking a few straightforward questions:
A roofer who is reluctant to inspect the roof before quoting, or who quotes over the phone without seeing the job, is one to be cautious about. The condition of the timbers underneath is impossible to confirm without getting on the roof, and that condition affects the cost and scope of the job significantly.
Cambridge Roofers works throughout Cambridge and the nearby area, including Histon, Over, Newmarket, and the villages in between. If you are not sure whether we cover your area, call us on 01223 912129 to ask. For a roof inspection or a quote on any roofing job, get in touch - we will arrange a time to come and have a look.
The quote you get is the price you pay. We don't pad jobs with discoveries halfway through - if something unexpected comes up, we talk to you first.
We come out, look at the whole roof - not just what you called about - and give you an itemised written quote. No pressure, no obligation.
We agree a start date that works for you. You get a daily schedule so you know who's arriving and what's happening each day.
Our own crew - no subbies - do the work to the quoted spec. We tidy up each evening and update you on progress.
You walk round with us, raise anything that needs attention, and we don't leave until you're happy.
We cover Cambridge and the surrounding area, including nearby towns and villages such as Histon, Over, and Newmarket. If you are unsure whether we reach you, call us on 01223 912129 to ask.
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