Stonework & harling in Midlothian.
Ronald G Graham carries out stonework, harling and pointing across Midlothian (EH18) — repointing eroded mortar, lime and traditional harling, masonry repairs and chimney rebuilds. On Midlothian's stone buildings the masonry and the roof work together, and we look after both. Free survey and a workmanship guarantee.
Stonework & harling in Midlothian
Where Midlothian has older stone property we repoint, harl and repair masonry; on rendered homes we patch and renew harling to keep the walls weathertight.
Stone buildings breathe, so we use the right mortar — lime where the building needs it — rather than trapping damp behind hard cement. Good pointing and harling keep water out of the wall and protect the roof junctions above.
What's involved
- Lime and cement repointing
- Traditional and modern harling
- Masonry and stone repairs
- Chimney stack rebuilds and repointing
- Wallhead and skew repairs
Stonework & harling 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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Stonework & harling in Midlothian — common questions
Do you do repointing and harling in Midlothian?
Yes — we repoint eroded mortar (in lime or cement to suit the building), apply traditional or modern harling, and carry out masonry and chimney repairs across Midlothian.
Should my Midlothian stone house be pointed in lime or cement?
Older solid-stone Midlothian buildings usually need lime mortar so the wall can breathe; hard cement can trap damp and cause decay. We assess the building and use the right mortar for it.
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.