Your trusted roofer in Murrayfield.
Ronald G Graham covers Murrayfield and west Edinburgh (EH12) — the area's substantial Victorian and Edwardian stone villas and terraces. We re-slate and repair natural slate roofs, renew lead valleys, flashings and chimney work, and carry out full re-roofs, with free surveys and a 24/7 emergency line from our nearby Leith yard.
Roofing in Murrayfield
Murrayfield is one of west Edinburgh's most substantial residential areas — large Victorian and Edwardian stone villas and terraces, with tenements towards the Roseburn and Gorgie edges. Roofs are predominantly natural slate, with prominent chimney stacks, lead valleys and the detailing typical of high-quality period stone houses.
What we do most in Murrayfield
- Slate repairs and re-fixing on large villa roofs
- Lead valley, flashing and parapet renewal
- Chimney repointing and rebuilds on tall stacks
- Full re-slates on end-of-life Victorian roofs
Conservation note. Parts of Murrayfield fall within the Murrayfield Conservation Area, so we use matched natural slate and sympathetic lead detailing, and can advise on any consent before work starts.
Roof emergency in Murrayfield? 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 Murrayfield — common questions
Do you cover Murrayfield?
Yes — Murrayfield and west Edinburgh (EH12) are well within our patch, a short run from our Leith yard. We cover Murrayfield, Roseburn, Saughtonhall and Ravelston for repairs, re-roofs, lead work and emergencies.
Do you work on large villa roofs in Murrayfield?
Yes. Murrayfield's substantial stone villas have big slate roofs with multiple chimneys and long lead valleys. We have the access, scaffolding and craftsmen to repair or re-slate them properly, matching the original slate.
Can you renew the lead and chimneys on a period Murrayfield house?
Yes — failed lead flashings and eroded chimney mortar are the most common leak sources on these roofs. We form new code-appropriate lead and repoint or rebuild stacks for a lasting, watertight fix.
Who is the best roofer in Murrayfield?
For roofing in Murrayfield 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 Murrayfield from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof.
How much does a roof repair cost in Murrayfield?
It depends on the roof, the access and the materials. As a rough guide, minor slate or flashing repairs in Murrayfield 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 Murrayfield rather than full slate replacement.
Do you offer free quotes and guarantees in Murrayfield?
Yes — surveys and estimates in Murrayfield 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.