Pitched roofing in Solihull

What should you know before starting in Solihull?

Live in a conservation area or a listed building in Solihull? Check with Solihull Council before changing the outside of your home. Otherwise the main rules for your roof work are Building Regulations, and we'll explain at the survey which certificates you'll receive.

Re-covering more than about a quarter of a pitched roof normally needs building regulations approval or self-certification.
If more than half the roof is renovated, loft insulation usually has to be brought up to current standards.
Dry-fix ridge systems avoid the cracked mortar that causes many ridge leaks.

Postcode district: B91
Planning and building control: Solihull Council
From our West Bromwich base: About 12 miles to the centre

Which options suit homes in Solihull?

Full re-roof

Stripping the old covering and replacing it with new treated battens, breathable membrane and tiles or slates, with dry-fix ridges and verges and new flashings. A re-roof is the time to fix ventilation, upgrade loft insulation and replace damaged timbers. It's usually notified to building control or self-certified by a registered roofer.

Valley repairs

Valleys, where two roof slopes meet, carry a lot of water and are a common source of leaks. Old lead valleys can split, and mortar-bedded valley tiles can crack. We replace them with new lead to the correct code, or with a pre-formed GRP valley trough, and re-cut and fix the tiles either side.

Pitched roofing prices in Solihull

For a home in Solihull, our guide range is £200–£14,000 depending on size and specification. Full re-roof of a three-bed semi in concrete interlocking tiles, with scaffold: usually £7,500–£11,500.

Guide prices for pitched roofing
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Roof repairs	£200 – £1,200	Slipped tiles, leaks and flashings
Ridge, valley or chimney work	£700 – £2,500	Dry-fix ridge, new valley or chimney repairs
Full re-roof	£6,500 – £14,000	Terrace or semi, stripped and re-covered

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Your questions answered

What guarantee comes with a new roof?

The tiles, membrane and other materials come with the manufacturer's guarantee, and the terms for your roof are set out in your quote. You'll also receive the building regulations certificate or completion record for a re-roof, which a buyer's solicitor will ask about when you sell. Keep these with your house documents.

How do I book a survey in Solihull?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your roof work and arrange a time to visit.

Will my house be exposed to the rain during a re-roof?

No. We strip and re-cover the roof in sections, and each area is covered with new membrane before the end of the day. If heavy rain is forecast, we hold off stripping. There will be noise and some dust in the loft, so it's worth moving anything valuable stored up there.

Will I need permission from the council in Solihull?

You won't usually need planning permission, but the work must meet Building Regulations. Building control in Solihull is provided by Solihull Council or a registered building control approver, and some work is self-certified by registered installers.

Pitched roofing across Solihull

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Nearby places we cover

Other home improvements in Solihull

Spotted a slipped tile or a damp patch? Book a free roof survey in Solihull and you'll get photos plus a written quote.