Re-roofing & new roofs in Murrayfield.
Ronald G Graham carries out full re-roofs across Murrayfield (EH12) — stripping the old covering, renewing sarking, breathable membrane and battens, and re-laying in natural slate or tile with new lead and roofline. A re-roof is the right call when repairs no longer hold; we'll tell you honestly. Free survey, fixed quote and a guarantee.
Re-roofing & new roofs in Murrayfield
Murrayfield's substantial Victorian roofs are often on their original slate and reaching the age where a full re-slate makes more sense than chasing repairs — we re-roof in matched natural slate with new lead and timbers.
A re-roof is a big investment, so we only recommend one when a roof is genuinely past repair — widespread slipping, recurring leaks, sagging or end-of-life fixings. You get a fixed, itemised quote, proper scaffold and access, and a workmanship guarantee behind the finished roof.
What's involved
- Strip existing covering & dispose
- Replace defective sarking & timbers
- Breathable membrane, battens & new fixings
- Re-lay in natural slate or matched tile
- New lead valleys, flashings & roofline
Re-roofing on Murrayfield roofs
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.
The work we're called out for most around 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.
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Re-roofing & new roofs in Murrayfield — common questions
How much does a new roof cost in Murrayfield?
A full re-roof in Murrayfield runs to several thousand pounds depending on size, pitch, access and material (natural slate costs more than tile). We never quote blind — a free survey gets you a fixed, itemised price.
Do I need a repair or a full re-roof in Murrayfield?
Isolated slips and single leaks are repairs; widespread slipping, recurring leaks, sagging or "nail sickness" usually mean a re-roof. We'll give you the honest answer at the survey and recommend the most cost-effective option that lasts.
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.