Emergency roof repair in Corstorphine.
Ronald G Graham runs a 24/7 emergency roof line covering Corstorphine (EH12). If a storm strips slates or a leak comes through the ceiling, we make the roof safe and watertight first — temporary weatherproofing, made-safe access — then arrange the permanent repair once the weather clears. Answered every day of the year.
Emergency roof repair in Corstorphine
Because our yard is in Leith, we can usually reach a Corstorphine emergency within about 30 minutes of your call.
In an emergency the priority is stopping water getting in and keeping people safe — not selling you a roof at 2am. We make it safe and watertight, then quote the proper repair in daylight with a clear, fair price.
What's involved
- 24-hour emergency call-out, all year
- Make-safe & temporary weatherproofing
- Storm-damage slate & flashing repairs
- Internal-leak diagnosis & containment
- Permanent repair once conditions allow
Emergency repair on Corstorphine roofs
Corstorphine is more suburban than central Edinburgh: 1930s semi-detached houses and bungalows with concrete-tile and slate roofs, plus stone tenements toward the centre. Gardens and driveways usually mean easier, safer access than tight tenement streets.
The work we're called out for most around Corstorphine:
- Concrete-tile repairs and re-roofs on inter-war housing
- Slate repairs on tenements and older villas
- Flat-roof and dormer renewal
- Gutter, fascia and soffit (roofline) renewal
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Emergency roof repair in Corstorphine — common questions
How fast can you reach a roof emergency in Corstorphine?
Our 24-hour line is answered every day of the year. As Corstorphine is close to our Leith yard, we can usually be there within about 30 minutes.
What should I do while I wait for an emergency roofer in Corstorphine?
Keep clear of the affected area, move valuables and put a bucket under any internal leak — don't go up on the roof yourself. Call our 24-hour line and we'll talk you through making it safe until we arrive.
Who is the best roofer in Corstorphine?
For roofing in Corstorphine 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 Corstorphine from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof.
How much does a roof repair cost in Corstorphine?
It depends on the roof, the access and the materials. As a rough guide, minor slate or flashing repairs in Corstorphine 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 Corstorphine rather than full slate replacement.
Do you offer free quotes and guarantees in Corstorphine?
Yes — surveys and estimates in Corstorphine 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.