Roof repair specialists
in Cork: expert guide.
Cork's weather is hard on roofs. Here is how to tell a repair from a replacement and what to do while you wait for a roofer.
- The commonest repairs: leaks, slipped or cracked tiles and slates and flashings at chimneys.
- Repair if a local fault is all that has failed; replace if felt and battens have gone across a slope.
- As a 2026 guide, a leak repair is €400–€2,500, and a chimney repair €800–€3,500.
- In an active leak, protect the room, photograph the damage and ring a roofer.
- Repairs are covered by our written workmanship guarantee.
Common roofing problems and solutions
The repairs we are asked for most in Cork are fixing leaks, replacing slipped or damaged slates and tiles and putting right flashings round chimneys. Our roof repairs and chimney repairs pages describe each in more detail.
Repair or replace?
Many faults can be mended without replacing the roof. One slipped slate, a cracked ridge or loose flashing is a repair. If the roof is old and shows several signs of wear, or the felt and battens have failed over a whole slope, a new covering usually costs less in the long run. A free survey tells you which. See roof replacement.
Cost considerations
As a 2026 guide:
| 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 |
| 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.
The best time for repairs
Drier months are easier for larger jobs, but emergency repairs go on all year, and a leak should not wait for spring. We make a leaking roof watertight first and plan the permanent repair for the right weather.
Warning signs your roof needs attention
- Missing or damaged tiles or slates.
- Sagging areas.
- Interior water stains.
- Daylight visible from the attic.
- Heavy moss growth.
Emergency leak steps
- Move belongings and place a bucket under the drip.
- Photograph the damage for your insurer.
- If it is safe, cover the area from inside; do not go on the roof.
- Ring a roofer and describe what you can see.
Professional advice and maintenance
Some small jobs look manageable to do yourself, but a roof is a risky place to work and a bad repair costs more to undo. A roof inspection every year or two, clear gutters and valleys and quick attention to small faults extend a roof's life. For flat roofs, EPDM and GRP are the systems we lay, and partial repairs are possible where the deck is sound; see flat roofing.
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.
What are the commonest roof repairs in Cork?
Fixing leaks, replacing slipped or cracked tiles and slates and repairing flashings at chimneys and walls.
Do I need a full roof replacement?
Not necessarily. A survey shows whether a repair will hold.
How much does a roof leak repair cost?
€400–€2,500 as a 2026 guide.
How long does a repair take?
From a few hours to three days for a leak repair; longer for larger jobs.
What should I do about an active leak?
Protect the room, photograph the damage and ring a roofer.
Can I repair a roof myself?
A roof is dangerous to work on and the faults are often hidden. We recommend professional repair.
Are repairs guaranteed?
Repairs carry our written workmanship guarantee, and we tell you in writing which applies.
When is the best time for repairs?
A leak should be dealt with straight away. Larger jobs are easier in dry weather.
Do you do chimney repairs?
Yes, €800–€3,500 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: