New Roof Installation Derby | Free Survey | Free Quote

• Daylight visible through the roof when you look up from inside the loft

Age matters too. Many pre-1950 properties in areas like Normanton and Alvaston were built with clay tiles that have long exceeded their lifespan. If your roof is over 30 years old and problems keep coming back, repairs are often not the right answer.

A new roof is also worth considering if you are planning to sell your home. Derby estate agents and buyers pay close attention to roof condition, and a new roof can improve your property’s value and kerb appeal.

We offer a free roof survey — in person or by drone — so you get an honest assessment before spending anything. We only recommend a full replacement when it is genuinely the right call.

Knowing what to expect before work starts makes the whole process easier. Here is how a new roof installation works when you book with us in Derby:

1. Free roof survey — We inspect the structure, measure the roof, and assess the condition of timbers and felt.
   We use drone technology for difficult-to-access properties.
2. Scaffold erected — Safe access is set up around your property before any work begins.
3. Strip the old roof — All existing tiles, battens, and underlay are removed and disposed of responsibly.
   We arrange skip hire and site protection as part of the job.
4. Inspect and repair roof timbers — Any damaged or rotten rafters are replaced before the new roof goes on.
5. Lay breathable underlay — A new underlay is fitted across the full deck to protect against wind and moisture.
6. Fix new battens and install tiles or slate — Your chosen material is fitted row by row to the correct fixing specification.
   Tiles are mixed from multiple pallets for a consistent, even finish.
7. Fit drip edge, ridge, hips, verge, and lead flashings —
   A drip edge is installed along the eaves first to direct water into the gutters. All junctions, chimney flashings, and edges are then sealed and made watertight.
8. Insulation upgrade —
   Under Building Regulations that apply across England, re-roofing a pitched roof requires insulation to be checked and upgraded to current standards. We handle this as part of the installation.
9. Final inspection and site clear — We check every section before removing scaffold and clearing the site completely.
   You receive confirmation that the work meets building regulations.

Many Derby homes, particularly terraced rows in areas like Alvaston, require scaffold coordination with neighbouring properties. We handle this as part of the job.

On Derby properties with original chimney stacks — common in areas like Mickleover and Breadsall — the leadwork around the stack adds significant time. Lead flashing must be cut, dressed, and sealed correctly to prevent water tracking behind the brickwork.

A new roof installed over weak or rotten rafters will not last. We always check the full timber structure before any new materials go on.

You can stay in your home throughout the installation in most cases. Our team works from scaffold above the roofline. For properties where loft access is needed, we will let you know in advance.

Spring and early summer slots fill up fast. If you have a replacement in mind, it is worth booking your survey early to secure a date that suits you.

• Concrete interlocking tiles — A practical, cost-effective option for most Derby homes. Fast to fit and available in a wide range of profiles and colours.
  One of the most popular choices for Derby semi-detached and detached properties.
• Natural slate — Premium option suited to Derbyshire stone cottages and period properties. Long lifespan with minimal maintenance.
  Natural slate can last well over 100 years when installed correctly.
• Synthetic slate — Lightweight and suitable for properties where the structure cannot carry the weight of natural slate.
  A good modern alternative that mimics the appearance of natural slate.
• Flat roofing systems —
  For extensions, garages, and some commercial properties. We install EPDM rubber roofing, GRP fibreglass, and felt flat roofs across Derby.

As part of every new roof installation, we also assess ventilation. Poor roof ventilation traps moisture in the loft space and can cause premature timber rot — even on a brand new roof. We make sure airflow is correct before sign-off.

Under Building Regulations, re-roofing a pitched roof requires insulation to be upgraded. If your property is in a conservation area, we can advise on whether a planning application is needed before work starts.

• If rafters are rotten, the ridge board is damaged, or there are structural problems, a full new roof installation is needed
• A free survey from Derby Roofers will confirm which option applies to your property

Booking a new roof does not need to be complicated. Here is what happens when you get in touch with us:

1. Call or complete our online form at
   derbyroofers.co.uk/contact-derby-roofers
2. We carry out a free survey — in person or using our
   drone survey service for hard-to-access roofs
3. You receive a written, itemised quote — clear pricing with no hidden charges
4. We agree a start date that works around you
5. Installation takes place — our own local team, no subcontractors
6. Final check and sign-off — we walk you through the completed work before we leave

We are fully insured roofing contractors. All our new roof installations come with a written workmanship guarantee for up to 20 years, and longer for certain roof types and products.

Derby Roofers proudly serves homeowners and businesses throughout Derby city and the wider Derbyshire area. Our local teams cover:

Derby City Areas:

Surrounding Derbyshire Towns & Villages:

• Full strip-out of the existing roof covering, with waste removed by skip or grab lorry
• New breathable underlay (roofing membrane) and treated battens fitted throughout
• New covering laid in your chosen material — concrete tile, clay tile, or natural slate
• Ridge and hip tiles bedded in mortar, or fitted with a dry-fix ridge system where specified
• Lead flashing formed and dressed around chimneys, dormers, valleys and wall abutments
• Verges renewed and fascias/soffits checked and reset where the roofline meets the eaves
• Scaffolding erected and independently inspected before any work starts overhead
• Guttering reconnected once the new roofline and fascias are complete
• Building control notification and the paperwork needed to sign the job off
• Site clean-up on completion, including a magnetic sweep of the ground and driveway for stray nails

• Structural repair or replacement of rotten rafters or trusses — priced separately once the timbers are exposed and inspected
• Rebuilding or repointing a chimney stack itself, beyond the flashing detail around its base
• New loft insulation beyond the layer that sits directly under the roofline
• Removal and reinstallation of existing solar panels, where a roof has them fitted
• Internal ceiling or plaster repairs for damage that pre-dates the new roof going on
• Council charges for a scaffold or skip licence on a public pavement or road, where these apply
• Supply of new roof windows or VELUX units, unless agreed and priced in at the quote stage

1. Initial call and booking: You tell us about the property — roof age, rough size, whether it's terraced, semi-detached or detached, and any access issues such as a shared drive or a steep pitch. We book in a free survey around that.
2. Survey: In person or by drone for roofs that are hard to reach safely, we check the timbers, valleys, hips and chimney flashing, measure up for materials, and note anything — like a shared terrace scaffold — that will affect timing.
3. Written quote and material choice: You get an itemised, written quote covering labour, materials and waste removal. This is where you choose between concrete tile, clay tile or natural slate, and where the workmanship guarantee terms are confirmed.
4. Scaffold and site set-up: Scaffold is erected and inspected before anyone works at height; on tighter or taller properties we use MEWP or tower access instead. A skip is delivered and drives, gardens and paths are protected.
5. Strip-out and installation: The old covering comes off down to the timbers, damaged battens and felt are replaced, and the new underlay, battens and covering go on, followed by ridge, hip and leadwork detailing.
6. Sign-off and clean-up: Building control is notified and the completion certificate arranged, the site is cleared, the ground and drive are swept for nails, and your guarantee documents are handed over.

If your roof is causing you concern — whether it is leaking, ageing, or simply reaching the end of its life — the best first step is a free, no-obligation survey. We will give you an honest assessment, a clear written quote, and a realistic timeline.

Derby Roofers have been installing new roofs across Derby and Derbyshire for over 20 years. We are local, fully insured, and we stand behind every job we complete. Spring and summer slots fill quickly — get in touch today to secure your date.

Book your free roof survey → Call us: 01332-529704