Leak tracing and roof inspection
The inspection identifies access constraints, hidden defects and the information a tradesperson needs to price the work without avoidable provisional allowances.
Roofer service guide
Roof repair specialists
Find a roofer who will trace the source of a leak and separate essential repairs from optional replacement work, with photos and a durable specification.
Free for homeownersUp to three quotesLocal trade matchingNo obligation to hire
Typical project budget
£250–£2,500
Use this as a planning range only. Your property, region, specification and access determine the final quotation.
What the work can include
Tile, slate and flashing repairs
The quote should state the preparation, protection, disposal and making-good included, not just the visible repair itself.
Valley, verge and ridge work
Ask for this stage to be described in the written scope, including the materials, workmanship standard, access arrangements and what a finished result looks like.
Underlay, battens and local making good
Ask for this stage to be described in the written scope, including the materials, workmanship standard, access arrangements and what a finished result looks like.
How to compare quotations
Roof covering and pitch
Ask the tradesperson to define this allowance, its exclusions and the evidence they will provide at handover so every quote can be compared fairly.
Leak location versus visible stain
Ask the tradesperson to define this allowance, its exclusions and the evidence they will provide at handover so every quote can be compared fairly.
Scaffold or access requirements
Confirm who pays for access equipment, parking restrictions, protection and any return visit caused by difficult or limited access.
Matching materials and weather conditions
Request the proposed make, model or material grade, plus a clear allowance for parts so cheaper substitutions cannot appear without agreement.
Questions homeowners ask
Can a roofer find a leak from inside?
Loft inspection helps, but water can travel beneath coverings, so the external roof and flashing need checking too.
Should I replace the whole roof for one leak?
Not always. A sound roof may need a local repair, while widespread failure or an old covering may justify replacement.
Is scaffolding included?
Ask explicitly; scaffold, towers and access equipment can materially change a repair quote.