We work across Colchester CO1 to CO4, including Stanway, Marks Tey, Wivenhoe and West Bergholt. Roofs range from Victorian slate to modern estate housing, so we specify mechanically fixed dry ridge and dry verge rather than relying on mortar in coastal wind.
We take on roofing and building work across Colchester, including full re-roofs, flat roofing and extension work.
Locally we're asked for roofers colchester, roof repairs colchester, new roof colchester, flat roof colchester — all covered by the same local team.
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Roofs we typically work on in Colchester
Colchester has everything from Victorian slate to modern estate housing. Coastal-side weather means we specify secure verge and ridge systems and mechanically fixed dry-fix kits rather than relying on mortar alone.
What we do in Colchester
New roofs & re-roofing
Flat roofing (EPDM & GRP)
Leak and storm damage repairs
Leadwork, chimneys & valleys
Guttering, fascias & soffits
Extensions & building work
Recent jobs we've completed in Colchester
Real jobs from Colchester and the surrounding CO1–CO4 area — what was wrong, what we did and how long we were on site.
New roofs & re-roofing · CO3
Victorian slate re-roof with new lead valleys
Colchester · on site 5 working days · 2026
The problem: Nail fatigue had left slates slipping across both slopes, and the cement-filled valleys were splitting and leaking into the back bedroom.
What we did: We stripped the roof, replaced defective battens, laid a breathable membrane and re-slated using reclaimed slate where it was sound, with new code-4 lead valleys in place of the mortar fillets.
• Full strip and sound slate reclaimed
• New battens and breathable membrane
• Code-4 lead valleys replacing cement fillets
• Dry ridge fitted to resist coastal wind
Roof alterations · CO6
Two rooflights fitted into a slate roof
Coggeshall · on site 2 days · 2026
The problem: A loft conversion was going ahead and the room needed natural light without disturbing the character of an old slate roof.
What we did: We cut and trimmed the openings, installed two rooflights with slate flashing kits and made every joint watertight before the plasterers went in.
• Openings cut and rafters trimmed to spec
• Two rooflights set flush into the slate
• Slate-profile flashing kits, fully weathered
• Inside dressed and left ready to line
Guttering, fascias & soffits · CO9
Fascias, soffits and guttering renewal
Halstead · on site 2 days · 2026
The problem: The timber fascias had rotted behind the gutters, the guttering was sagging, and overflow was running down the brickwork and staining the render.
What we did: We stripped the timber back, fitted new UPVC fascias, soffits and barge boards, hung black ogee guttering to a proper fall and re-set the verge tiles on dry-verge clips.
• Rotten timber fascia and soffit removed
• UPVC fascia, soffit and barge boards
• Black ogee guttering set to a true fall
• Dry verge clips replacing cracked mortar
“Clean, quick and the scaffolding was up and down with no fuss. Recommended them to two neighbours already.”Linda K., Halstead
Colchester runs from Victorian slate in CO1–CO3 to modern estate housing at Stanway and Marks Tey. Exposed elevations get mechanically fixed dry ridge and verge as standard, which adds a little to a re-roof and saves the mortar repairs later.
Guide roofing prices in Colchester, CO1–CO4
Job
Guide price
Natural slate re-roof, semi-detached
£12,000 – £18,000
Semi-detached re-roof, concrete tile
£7,500 – £11,000
Detached re-roof, concrete or clay tile
£11,000 – £18,000
Dry ridge and dry verge upgrade
from £450
Full UPVC guttering, terraced house
£450 – £800
Emergency make-safe visit
from £120
Guide prices include labour, materials and VAT, and assume standard access. Scaffold on a domestic job typically adds £700–£1,500. Every job is confirmed in writing after a free survey.
Recent roofing jobs near Colchester
A sample of the work our teams carry out around Colchester and CO1–CO4.
Drone roof inspectionDrone roof survey over Colchester — 4K photos of every tile, valley and flashing, with a written condition report.New roof & re-roofingFull strip and natural slate re-roof with dry ridge on a family home in Colchester (CO1–CO4).Flat roofingEPDM rubber flat roof fitted to a rear extension in Colchester, replacing blistered felt.
Nearby villages we cover
Around Colchester we also work in Stanway, Marks Tey, Wivenhoe, West Bergholt and the surrounding lanes. Not sure if you're in range? Call 07901 278779 — we probably cover you.
Nearby towns we also cover
These are the closest areas to Colchester where we work most often — each has its own local roofing page.
Send a few details and we'll arrange a look at your roof, usually within a couple of days.
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Colchester on the map
We cover the whole of Colchester and the CO1–CO4 postcodes, from Stanway, Marks Tey, Wivenhoe to the villages around them. Our yard is in Braintree, roughly 15 miles away, so a Colchester roofer is usually with you the same week — and within 24 hours for emergency roof repairs.
Every town and village we cover within roughly 30 miles of our Braintree yard — select any point to see local roofing details.
Iron Peak coverage area
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Looking for a roofer in Colchester?
People find this page searching for roofers in Colchester, roof repairs Colchester, emergency roof repair Colchester, flat roof repair Colchester, new roof cost Colchester, chimney repairs Colchester and guttering Colchester. Whichever job you need in CO1–CO4, call 07901 278779 or send the form above for a free quote.
