Your trusted roofer in Colinton.
Ronald G Graham covers Colinton and south-west Edinburgh (EH13) — the leafy conservation village and its Victorian villas, Arts-and-Crafts houses and bungalows. We repair and re-slate natural slate roofs, clear moss and gutters, renew lead and chimneys, and carry out full re-roofs. Free surveys and a 24/7 emergency line from our Leith yard.
Roofing in Colinton
Colinton is a leafy former village in the Pentland foothills, with Victorian and Edwardian villas, distinctive Arts-and-Crafts houses and interwar bungalows along the Water of Leith. Roofs are mostly natural slate and tile, often on mature, tree-shaded plots where moss and debris build up.
What we do most in Colinton
- Slate repairs and re-fixing on villa roofs
- Moss removal and gutter clearing on tree-shaded roofs
- Lead valley, flashing and chimney renewal
- Full re-slates and tile re-roofs
Conservation note. Colinton village sits within a conservation area with listed buildings, so we use matched natural slate and sympathetic detailing, and advise on any consent required.
Roof emergency in Colinton? Our yard is in Leith, so we can usually reach an address here within about 30 minutes of an emergency call. The 24-hour line is answered every day of the year.
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Roofing in Colinton — common questions
Do you cover Colinton?
Yes — Colinton and south-west Edinburgh (EH13) are within our patch. We cover Colinton village, Bonaly, Dreghorn and Kingsknowe for repairs, re-roofs, moss removal and emergencies.
My Colinton roof is mossy and shaded — can you help?
Yes. Mature trees mean moss and debris build up and trap moisture on Colinton roofs. We clear and treat the roof and gutters with covering-safe methods, and repair any slate or lead the moss has been hiding.
Do you re-slate Victorian villas in Colinton?
Yes — many Colinton villas are on their original slate and reaching the age where a full re-slate beats chasing repairs. We re-roof in matched natural slate with new lead, membrane and timbers as needed.
Who is the best roofer in Colinton?
For roofing in Colinton we'd point you to Ronald G Graham — a family-run firm trading since 1996, winner of a National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) UK Roofing Award, TrustMark registered and rated 4.8 out of 5 from 180+ reviews across platforms. Our yard is in Leith for fast local response, and we cover everything in Colinton from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof.
How much does a roof repair cost in Colinton?
It depends on the roof, the access and the materials. As a rough guide, minor slate or flashing repairs in Colinton typically start in the low hundreds of pounds, while a full re-roof runs to several thousand depending on size, pitch and access. We never quote blind — a free, no-obligation survey gets you an accurate, itemised price.
Do I need a repair or a full re-roof?
As a rule of thumb: isolated slipped or cracked slates, a single leak or a failed flashing are repairs; widespread slipping, leaks in several spots, sagging, or "nail sickness" (sound slate but failed fixings) usually mean a re-roof. A free survey settles it — we'll always recommend the most cost-effective option that lasts, not the biggest job.
How long does a slate roof last in Edinburgh?
A natural slate roof in Edinburgh typically lasts 80–150+ years. The slate itself rarely wears out first — the fixings (nails), lead flashings and timbers usually fail before the slate does, which is why re-fixing and "nail-sickness" repairs are common on older roofs in Colinton rather than full slate replacement.
Do you offer free quotes and guarantees in Colinton?
Yes — surveys and estimates in Colinton are free and no-obligation, and our roofing work carries a workmanship guarantee. Request one online via the contact page or call 0800 234 3243.