Slate & tile roofing, done the proper way.
Natural slate, clay and concrete tile installations and repairs — finished with traditional craftsmanship.
Beautiful, hard-wearing slate and tile roofs for Herefordshire properties.
Slate and tile roofs are the backbone of Herefordshire's housing stock — and when they're laid properly, they look stunning and last generations. We work with Welsh and Spanish slate, traditional clay tiles and modern concrete interlocking systems.
Whether you need a handful of slipped slates replaced, a full re-roof in matching clay tiles or a sympathetic repair to a period property, our team brings real craft to every fix and install.
Key benefits
- Welsh, Spanish & reclaimed slate
- Clay & concrete tile expertise
- Traditional & dry-fix detailing
- Tile matching for period homes
- Full ridge, hip & verge work
The Herefordshire roofing team locals trust.
Slate & Tile Roofing — your questions answered.
Honest, no-jargon answers from a working roofer in Herefordshire.
Slate is the premium choice — natural, beautiful and lasts 80–100+ years. Clay tiles suit traditional Herefordshire homes and have a warm character that ages well. Concrete interlocking tiles are the most cost-effective and still last 40–50 years. We'll match the recommendation to your property style, budget and the local area.
Genuine natural slate routinely lasts 80–100+ years, and Welsh slate even longer when properly fixed. The slates themselves rarely fail — what usually wears out first is the underlying felt, battens or fixing nails, which is why a full re-roof on a slate property is often a 'strip and re-lay' using the original slates if they're still sound.
Yes, and it's usually a quick job. We carefully lift surrounding tiles, replace the broken one with a match, and re-bed any displaced ridge or hip tiles. The trickiest part is sourcing the right tile — older clay and concrete tiles can be hard to match exactly, but we have good supplier relationships and access to reclaimed stock.
Tiles themselves rarely leak — they shed water by design. Leaks usually come from slipped or cracked tiles, failed mortar bedding on ridges, broken flashings or perished felt underneath. We diagnose the actual cause during our free inspection rather than guessing or applying surface fixes that won't last.
Loads. Natural slate comes in blue-grey, grey-green and black tones. Clay tiles range from rich red and brown to weathered antique finishes. Concrete tiles are made in almost every colour — including slate-grey, brown, red and terracotta. We'll bring samples to your free quote so you can see them against your property.
Most of the time, yes. We have access to current-production tiles plus reclaimed stock for older or discontinued ranges, which is essential for partial re-roofs and repairs on period homes around Hereford and Ledbury. If an exact match isn't possible, we'll be upfront and suggest the closest sympathetic option.
A full tile re-roof on a typical 3-bed Herefordshire home ranges from £6,000 to £12,000 depending on size, pitch, tile choice and access. Slate re-roofs sit higher — £9,000 to £18,000. Every quote is detailed line by line including scaffolding, materials, labour and skip hire so there are no surprises.
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