Finding roofers
in Cork.
How to tell the services apart, read an estimate and compare roofing companies fairly.
- Roofers do different jobs: repair, replacement, flat roofs, chimneys, inspection and maintenance.
- Costs depend on the roof size, material, access and timber condition. Guide prices are below.
- Check insurance, CIRI registration and the written guarantee before you decide.
- Compare what each estimate includes, not just the total.
- A complete roof replacement from us carries the Lifetime Leak Guarantee.
Understanding the different types of roofing services
People say "roofer" for several quite different jobs. roof repairs deal with leaks and storm damage. roof replacement and roof installation cover new coverings and roofs for extensions. flat roofing is a specialist trade of its own. chimney repairs are a mix of roofing and masonry, and a roof inspection or roof maintenance visit is about looking and prevention. Know which you need, and ask whether the company does it as a regular part of its work.
What affects the cost
The size and pitch of the roof, the covering, how easily the crew can get to it, whether scaffold is needed, the condition of the felt and timber under the covering and how much lead work there is. Guide prices for 2026 are below; they are not a quote.
| Service | Indicative price (2026) | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Leak Repairs | €400–€2,500 | Same day–3 days |
| Chimney Repairs | €800–€3,500 | 1–3 days |
| Valley Reconstruction | €1,200–€4,500 | 2–4 days |
| Concrete Tile Roof | €8,000–€18,000 | 4–10 days |
| Complete Slate Roof | €12,000–€28,000+ | 5–14 days |
| Flat Roof (EPDM / GRP) | €90–€140 per m² | 2–5 days |
| Emergency Storm Repair | €1,500–€8,000+ | 1–5 days |
These are guide figures for 2026, not a quote. The size and pitch of the roof, what it is covered in, how easily we can get to it and the state of the timber underneath all change the final figure, so we fix your price in writing after a free survey. VAT is added at 13.5% on residential work.
Why a local roofer matters
Cork's weather, its hills, its mix of older terraces and newer estates and its planning rules are specific. A roofer who works in the city every week knows which roofs are likely to have what fault, and can get to you quickly if a storm arrives. We work in the Cork city areas we cover.
Features of a trusted roofing contractor
- A free survey and a written, fixed price.
- Insurance you can see: we hold €6.5 million public liability and €13 million employer liability.
- A written guarantee that says what it covers.
- Crews who work safely at height.
- Reviews from real customers.
Residential and commercial roofs
A house roof and a shop roof are different jobs. Houses are pitched or have flat extensions; commercial buildings are usually flat or low-slope and have to be worked on without shutting the business. See commercial roofing for what that involves.
The role of roofing warranties
A guarantee is only as good as its wording. Ask what it covers, for how long, whether it is in writing and who stands behind it. Ours is a written 10-year workmanship guarantee on installation work, and a complete roof replacement also carries the Lifetime Leak Guarantee. Repairs and part-roof jobs stay on the workmanship cover.
Emergency roofing
A roof that is leaking now, or storm damage, needs somebody quickly, to stop the water coming in and plan the proper repair afterwards. We aim to be with you within 4 hours and give you a written, photographed report for your insurer.
Comparing estimates
Put two or three side by side. Look at what is included (access, lead, disposal), the guarantee, the time and the payment terms. A low figure that leaves out scaffold or lead is not low.
Reviews from Cork customers
“I had my leaking chimney repaired by Cork City roofing great job no more leaks great worker's very pleased with job”
“Excellent job. Thanks Michael. All done and problem solved within a week of making contact. Highly recommended”
What we guarantee
Installation work carries a written 10-year workmanship guarantee, handed over before we start. A complete roof replacement also carries the Lifetime Leak Guarantee. Repairs and part-roof jobs stay on the written workmanship cover, and you are told in writing which one applies before you agree to anything. Our own crews do the work and nothing is subcontracted without you being told. You can read what past customers wrote on the home page.
Questions, answered.
How do I find a good roofer in Cork?
Ask for a free survey and a written, fixed price, check insurance and CIRI registration, and read what customers have said.
What does a roofing quote cost?
A survey for a repair or replacement quote is free.
How much does a new roof cost?
As a 2026 guide, €8,000–€18,000 for concrete tile and €12,000–€28,000+ for a complete slate roof.
What is the difference between repair and replacement?
A repair fixes a local fault; a replacement renews the whole covering and the layers beneath.
Do you do commercial roofs?
Yes, flat and low-slope roofs on shops, offices and units, priced after a survey.
Is emergency help available?
We aim to be with you within 4 hours for an active leak or storm damage.
Do you give a written guarantee?
Yes: 10 years on installation work, and the Lifetime Leak Guarantee on a complete replacement.
How do I compare quotes?
Compare what each includes, the guarantee, the time and the payment terms, not only the total.
Do you work on flat roofs?
Yes. EPDM and GRP are around €90–€140 per m² as a 2026 guide.
Which areas do you cover?
Cork city and its suburbs.
Get your roof
looked at.
Write a line or two about the roof and where it is. After a free survey you get a plain written price. Rather talk it through? Ring: