Question 1

What should I budget for a new roof in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

A new pitched roof on a typical three-bedroom semi in Cambridge generally costs between £5,500 and £10,000. The final price depends on the roof area, pitch, the material chosen (slate costs more than concrete tile), and how much structural timber work is needed. Larger properties with dormers, valleys or chimneys will sit toward the higher end or above it. A site visit is needed for an accurate figure.

Question 2

What should I budget for a full roof replacement in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

For a standard semi-detached or terraced house, budget between £5,500 and £10,000 for a concrete or clay tile replacement, or £8,000 to £15,000 for natural slate. These figures include scaffold, stripping the old covering, new felt underlay and battens, lead flashing and ridge work. The final cost depends on roof size, the chosen material and what is found in the timbers once the old covering is stripped.

Question 3

What should I budget for a roof repair in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

Most straightforward repairs - replacing slipped tiles, re-bedding ridge tiles or repointing chimney flashing - fall in the range of £150 to £600. More involved work such as replacing the felt on a flat roof extension or carrying out extensive leadwork will cost more, often £700 to £1,500 depending on size and materials. Every job is different, so the only reliable figure comes after a proper inspection.

Question 4

What should I budget for a flat roof replacement in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

For a standard felt system, expect to pay roughly £70 to £120 per square metre. EPDM rubber typically runs £90 to £150 per square metre. A typical garage roof of around 20 square metres usually costs between £1,400 and £2,500 all in, though deck repairs found once the old covering is stripped will add to that figure.

Question 5

What should I budget for replacing fascias, soffits and guttering on a semi-detached house in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

On a typical Cambridge semi-detached house, a full replacement of fascias, soffits and guttering on all elevations usually costs between £900 and £1,800. The final price depends on the size of the property, the number of elevations that need attention, and the profile and colour of uPVC you choose. Larger or more complex properties will cost more. Get a proper look at the job before committing to any figure.

Question 6

What should I budget for lead work on a chimney in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

Replacing a full set of chimney flashings in new lead typically costs between £350 and £700 on a standard stack, depending on the size of the chimney and how easy it is to access from the roof. If the existing lead can be re-fixed and re-pointed rather than replaced, the cost is lower, often £150 to £300. The current price of lead as a material affects any quote, as it is sold by weight and the metal price moves.

Question 7

What should I budget for a chimney rebuild in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

A typical domestic chimney rebuild in Cambridge, taken down to roof level and rebuilt with new lead flashings, generally falls between £1,500 and £3,500. The main variables are the size and height of the stack, how many flues it contains and whether scaffold is needed for safe access. We give a specific price once we have inspected the stack.

Question 8

What should I budget for a full chimney take-down on a Cambridge semi-detached house?

Accepted Answer

For a typical two-storey semi-detached in Cambridge, a full take-down to below roof level including scaffold, brickwork removal and making the roof good usually costs between £1,500 and £2,200. A larger stack or difficult access will push the price higher, so get an itemised quote once someone has seen the job. Waste removal and skip hire should be confirmed as included or excluded before you agree to any price.

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