New roofs
Repair or replace your roof?
Learn which signs point to a focused repair and which suggest the whole roof needs closer thought.
Read the guideHelpful guides · No roof jargon
Roofing advice for Hamilton homeowners
Understand the problem, the choices and the questions to ask before you pay for roofing work.
Advice centre
Clear answers for common roof problems
These guides are written for customers. They explain what you can check safely from the ground and when to arrange a professional visit.
Roof leaks
What to do when your roof leaks
Simple steps to reduce damage, stay safe and give the roofer useful information.
Read the guideCosts
Roof repair costs in Hamilton
See what changes the price of a repair and what a clear quote should include.
Read the guideStorm damage
Emergency roof repair after a storm
What counts as urgent and how a temporary repair can protect the building.
Read the guideRoof leaks
Why the same roof leak keeps coming back
The damp mark is not always below the entry point. Find out why repeat patches can fail.
Read the guideSlate roofs
Slipped slate: repair it now or wait?
A small gap can let in more water than expected. Learn when to arrange a check.
Read the guideNew roofs
What a new roof quote should include
A plain checklist for covering, underlay, timber, lead, ventilation, gutters and access.
Read the guideNew roofs
How long does a roof replacement take?
Understand the usual stages and why weather or hidden damage can change the plan.
Read the guideRoof materials
Slate roof or tiled roof?
Compare the look, weight, care and cost questions that matter for Scottish homes.
Read the guideSafety
Do you need scaffolding for roof work?
Why safe access changes with the height, roof shape and work being completed.
Read the guideFlat roofs
EPDM or GRP for a flat roof?
Compare two popular flat-roof finishes without the confusing sales language.
Read the guideFlat roofs
When should felt roofing be replaced?
Look for lifting edges, splits, blisters and weak joins before a leak grows.
Read the guideFlat roofs
Why water sits on a flat roof
Learn how falls, outlets and blocked drainage affect standing water.
Read the guideInsulation
Flat roof insulation explained
A simple guide to warm roofs, cold roofs, condensation and heat loss.
Read the guideRoof surveys
What happens during a roof inspection?
See what a useful check covers and which parts may need closer access.
Read the guideHome buyers
Roof checks before buying a home
A roof can be one of the largest costs after a purchase. Know what to ask.
Read the guideRoof care
Can moss damage roof tiles?
Find out when moss is only untidy and when it may affect water or gutters.
Read the guideGutters
How often should gutters be cleaned?
A practical guide based on trees, roof shape and signs of overflowing water.
Read the guideMaintenance
Get your roof ready for winter
A short autumn checklist for slates, flashing, gutters and indoor warning signs.
Read the guideSolar panels
Check the roof before fitting solar panels
Why it is easier to repair the roof before panels cover the working area.
Read the guideContent clusters
Browse by the roofing question you have
01
Roof leaks
Stop water, find the likely entry point and avoid repeat patches.
02
New roofs
Compare repair and replacement, materials, quotes and project stages.
03
Flat roofs
Understand membranes, drainage, insulation and signs of failure.
04
Roof care
Plan inspections, cleaning, gutters and seasonal checks.