Roof surveys & reports in Midlothian.
Ronald G Graham carries out roof surveys and written reports across Midlothian (EH18) — pre-purchase inspections, condition reports and insurance and storm-damage reports, with clear photos and honest recommendations. Where access is awkward we can survey by drone. You get a report you can act on or share with a surveyor, insurer or factor.
Roof surveys & reports in Midlothian
For Midlothian's houses and bungalows, easier access usually means a straightforward, well-priced survey — by drone where a roof is hard to reach safely.
A survey is only useful if it's honest, so we tell you plainly what a roof needs — and what it doesn't. You get a clear written report with annotated photos, a sensible repair-or-replace recommendation, and no pressure to book the work with us.
What's involved
- Pre-purchase & condition roof surveys
- Insurance & storm-damage reports
- Dated, annotated photo reports
- Drone surveys for awkward access
- Clear repair-or-replace recommendations
Roof survey on Midlothian roofs
Midlothian is a real mix: period sandstone and former mining/mill cottages with natural slate, inter-war and post-war housing in slate and concrete tile, and large modern new-build estates (some of Scotland's fastest-growing) with concrete-tile pitched roofs and flat-roofed extensions.
The work we're called out for most around Midlothian:
- Slate and concrete-tile repairs and full re-roofs
- Concrete-tile re-roofs on estate housing as battens and felt perish
- Flat-roof, dormer and roofline (fascia/soffit/gutter) renewal
- Leadwork, chimneys and conservation repairs on period stone property
Conservation note. Several Midlothian towns — Dalkeith, Penicuik, Lasswade, Roslin — have conservation areas and listed buildings. We use matched natural slate and traditional lead detailing where it applies, and can advise on consent.
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Roof surveys & reports in Midlothian — common questions
Do you do pre-purchase roof surveys in Midlothian?
Yes — if you're buying in Midlothian we'll inspect the roof, flag any issues and give you a written report with photos and a repair-or-replace view, so you know what you're taking on before you commit.
Is a roof survey in Midlothian free?
A survey to quote works is free and no-obligation. A formal written report for a house purchase or an insurer is a small fixed fee — ask when you book and we'll tell you the cost up front.
Who is the best roofer in Midlothian?
For roofing in Midlothian 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 4.7 out of 5 from 180+ reviews across platforms. Our yard is in Leith for fast local response, and we cover everything in Midlothian from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof.
How much does a roof repair cost in Midlothian?
It depends on the roof, the access and the materials. As a rough guide, minor slate or flashing repairs in Midlothian 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 Midlothian rather than full slate replacement.
Do you offer free quotes and guarantees in Midlothian?
Yes — surveys and estimates in Midlothian 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.