New Roof Installation UK
A New Roof Done Properly. First Time. Every Time.
S S Roofing Specialist Limited provides professional new roof installation for residential and industrial properties across the United Kingdom using certified materials, qualified tradespeople, and methods that comply with British Standards and Building Regulations.
Who We Are
A Roofing Company That Does What It Says
S S Roofing Specialist Limited is a qualified roofing contractor providing new roof installation services to residential homeowners, commercial landlords, and industrial facility managers across the United Kingdom. With over a decade of hands-on roofing experience and hundreds of completed installations, we have built a reputation for doing the job properly not just quickly.
We are NFRC-registered, fully insured, and every operative on our teams holds a valid CSCS card. Our installations comply with BS 5534 for slating and tiling and meet the requirements of Building Regulations Part A (structural) and Part L (thermal performance). We do not subcontract your roof to an unknown third party. The team that quotes you is the team that installs it.
Every project whether it is a Victorian terraced house in need of a full slate replacement or a 20,000 square foot industrial unit requiring a new single-ply membrane system receives the same methodical approach: a proper survey, a written specification, and a job completed to a standard we are comfortable putting our name to.
What a New Roof Installation Includes
A new roof installation is not simply a case of replacing tiles. Carried out properly, it is a structural and weatherproofing project with several distinct stages — each one directly affecting how long your roof lasts and how well it performs.
Roof Survey & Structural Assessment
Before any scaffolding goes up, we inspect the existing roof structure — rafters, joists, ridge board, and deck — to confirm everything is sound. If there are any structural defects, we identify and address them before the new roof is fitted on top of a problem.
Scaffold Erection & Site Preparation
Safe access is non-negotiable. We arrange compliant scaffold that allows our team to work efficiently while protecting your property and anyone below. The site is prepared and materials are delivered and staged before stripping begins.
Full Strip-Off of Existing Roofing
Old tiles, slates, felt, and battens are stripped back completely. A new roof laid over deteriorating substrate is money wasted. Everything is removed and disposed of properly — no skips left on your drive for weeks.
Breathable Underlay & Roof Battens
A high-performance breathable membrane is laid across the roof deck, followed by pressure-treated timber battens fixed at the correct gauge for the chosen tile or slate. Both must meet BS 5534 requirements — and on our sites, they always do.
Tile, Slate, or Flat Roof System Installation
Whether it is clay plain tiles, natural Welsh slate, fibre cement slate, interlocking concrete tiles, or a flat roof system such as EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass, or single-ply TPO membrane — the covering is installed to manufacturer specifications and British Standards.
Ridging, Hips, Valleys & Lead Flashing
The details are where most roofs fail. Ridge tiles, hip tiles, valley liners, and lead or code-3 aluminium flashings around chimneys, abutments, and roof penetrations are installed with the same care as the main roof covering — because that is where the water gets in.
Ventilation & Roof Insulation
Proper roof ventilation prevents condensation and premature timber decay. Insulation is specified to meet Part L thermal performance requirements. Both are included as standard on our installations — not added as expensive extras after the fact.
Final Inspection, Clean-Up & Sign-Off
Once the installation is complete, we carry out a thorough inspection before scaffold comes down. Any snagging is addressed on site, not weeks later. All waste is cleared and the site is left clean. You receive a written completion record and workmanship guarantee.
What Our New Roof Installation Service Covers
We work across both residential and industrial sectors. The roofing systems are different, the project scales are different, and the client priorities are different — but the standard of workmanship is not.
Residential Roof Installation
For homeowners, a new roof is one of the most significant investments in a property. We install new pitched roofs across all standard UK domestic property types — and we understand the difference between fitting a roof on a new build extension and replacing the original slate on a Victorian semi.
- Detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses
- Bungalows and dormer properties
- Victorian, Edwardian, and period homes
- New build roofing and self-build projects
- Loft conversion roofing structures
- Garage roofs — flat and pitched
- Extensions and outbuildings
Industrial & Commercial Roofing
Industrial and commercial roofing installation demands a different capability set. Large structural spans, complex drainage requirements, fire classification, load-bearing specifications, and the need to minimise operational disruption — these are not residential concerns, and we treat them accordingly.
- Warehouses and distribution facilities
- Factories and manufacturing units
- Agricultural buildings and farm structures
- Retail units and commercial premises
- Schools and institutional buildings
- Industrial and trading estates
- Multi-site commercial roofing programmes
Why Clients Choose S S Roofing Specialist Limited
There is no shortage of roofing contractors in the UK. Here is what separates the ones who do the job properly from those who merely do the job.
Qualifications You Can Verify
We are NFRC-registered. Every operative holds a CSCS card. Our work is carried out to BS 5534 and meets Building Regulations Part A and Part L. These are not claims — they are certifications you can check. We provide documentation on request before any contract is signed.
Full Insurance, In Writing
Every project is covered by full public liability insurance and employer's liability insurance. If something goes wrong during installation — structurally, financially, or otherwise — you are not left to sort it yourself. Insurance certificates are available before we start, not after you ask twice.
Honest Surveys. No Pressure.
Our surveys are free and obligation-free. We do not use them to sell you a roof you do not need. If your existing structure can be repaired at a reasonable cost, we will tell you. If a new roof installation is the right answer, we will explain exactly why — and we will put it in writing.
Transparent, Fixed Quotations
Every quote we issue is written, itemised, and fixed. We do not hand you a rough figure and revise it once we are on your roof. Materials, labour, scaffold, waste removal, and VAT are all included. What you are quoted is what you pay — unless you request something different mid-project.
Workmanship Guarantee
Every new roof installation carries a workmanship guarantee. Beyond that, the roofing materials we specify come with manufacturer warranties — typically 15 to 40 years depending on the product selected. You are not just buying a new roof. You are buying documented, long-term peace of mind.
Residential & Industrial
Most roofing contractors do one or the other well. We do both. Our residential teams understand domestic property and period materials. Our industrial roofing teams understand large-span flat roof systems, composite cladding, drainage design, and the compliance requirements of commercial construction.
Common Residential & Industrial Roofing Problems
Most roofing failures do not happen overnight. They develop gradually — until one wet January makes the problem impossible to ignore. Knowing the signs early can save you a significant amount of money.
Residential Property
Water Ingress & Ceiling Stains
Brown staining, damp patches, or active drips through ceilings are direct indicators that the roof covering has failed somewhere. Often the entry point is not directly above the stain — water travels. A proper survey finds the source.
Missing, Slipped, or Cracked Tiles & Slates
A handful of missing tiles does not automatically mean a new roof. But when tiles are slipping consistently, when the original nails have corroded, or when repairs are becoming a regular expense, a new installation is nearly always the more cost-effective long-term decision.
Sagging Roof Deck or Ridge Line
A visible dip in the ridge line or a sagging between rafters indicates structural deterioration. Rotten timber does not improve on its own. Left unaddressed, it can develop from a roof replacement into a significantly more costly structural repair.
Persistent Moss, Algae & Deteriorated Felt
Heavy moss growth on tiles accelerates moisture retention and freeze-thaw damage. Where the original sarking felt has dried and cracked — common on roofs over 25 years old — a new installation on properly installed breathable membrane makes a noticeable difference.
Failed Chimney or Valley Flashings
Lead and mortar flashings around chimneys, skylights, and valley junctions are among the most common sources of residential water ingress. Cracked mortar, corroded lead, or poorly sealed abutments should not be ignored — water finds every gap eventually.
Industrial & Commercial
Failing Flat Roof Membrane
Blistering, splitting, or delaminating membrane on a flat industrial roof is a direct precursor to water ingress. On a large warehouse or factory, undetected roof failure can result in machinery damage, stock loss, and a liability claim that dwarfs the cost of a timely replacement.
Ponding Water & Blocked Drainage
Standing water on a flat commercial roof adds significant structural load and accelerates membrane failure. If drainage outlets are insufficient, poorly positioned, or blocked, the issue will recur regardless of how many times the membrane is patched.
Corroded or Damaged Metal Roof Sheets
On industrial and agricultural buildings with profiled metal or composite panel roofing, sheet corrosion, fastener failure, and panel cracking are common failure modes — particularly on roofs over 20 years old. Partial repairs are often false economy on large surface areas.
Poor Thermal Performance & Condensation
Industrial buildings with inadequate roof insulation suffer from excessive heating costs and internal condensation, which can damage stored goods and contribute to structural corrosion. A new roof installation with upgraded insulation specification typically pays for itself.
Non-Compliance with Building Regulations
Older industrial roofs may no longer meet current Part L energy efficiency or fire classification requirements. If your building is undergoing a change of use, extension, or sale, a new roof installation that brings the structure into compliance is often a regulatory requirement.
How We Complete Every New Roof Installation Project
From the moment you contact us to the moment scaffold comes down, this is the process we follow — on every project, regardless of size.
Free Survey & Structural Assessment
We visit your property, inspect the existing roof structure, and assess what is needed. This includes checking rafters, the ridge board, deck condition, and existing damage to fascias, soffits, or guttering. The survey is entirely free. If we find something unexpected, we tell you immediately.
Written Quotation & Material Specification
Your quote arrives in writing, itemising labour, materials, scaffold, waste disposal, and VAT. We walk you through material options — tile profiles, colours, slate types, or flat roof systems — explaining performance differences. There is no pressure to decide immediately.
Planning & Regulatory Checks
Most like-for-like residential roof replacements fall within permitted development. However, if the property is in a conservation area, is listed, or if materials are significantly changing, we advise you before work begins — not after a planning notice arrives.
Scaffold Erection & Material Delivery
Safe access scaffold is erected to current Working at Height Regulations standards. Materials are delivered and staged. The site is prepared so that the roofing team can work continuously and efficiently, weather allowing.
Full Strip-Off & Deck Inspection
Existing tiles, felt, and battens are stripped back completely. Once exposed, we re-inspect the deck and structural timbers. Any rotten boards or damaged rafters are replaced before the new system goes on. This is the difference between a roof that lasts 40 years and one that fails in ten.
Underlay, Battens & Roof Covering
Breathable membrane is laid to BS 5534 standard, followed by treated timber battens at the correct gauge. The chosen roof covering is installed to manufacturer specification. Hips, ridges, valleys, and abutments are completed as integral parts of the installation.
Lead Flashing, Ventilation & Details
Lead or aluminium flashings are dressed around every roof penetration. Ridge and hip ventilation is installed where required. Gutters are inspected and cleared. These details are completed properly, as they are most responsible for long-term watertightness.
Inspection, Sign-Off & Completion
Before scaffold comes down, we conduct a final inspection. Any snagging items are addressed on site. Waste is cleared and the site is left clean. You receive a written completion record, workmanship guarantee, and manufacturer warranty documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straightforward answers to the questions we are most commonly asked before a new roof installation. If yours is not listed, call us on 07455 077003.
Ask Us DirectlyReady to Speak to a Qualified Roofing Specialist?
Free survey. Written quote. Fixed price. Workmanship guaranteed. That is what you get from S S Roofing Specialist Limited on every new roof installation — residential or industrial.
- NFRC Registered
- Fully Insured
- BS 5534 Compliant
- Written Guarantee
- No Hidden Costs
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New Roof Installation Service Areas
S S Roofing Specialist Limited provides commercial roof leak repair, industrial roof repairs, leaking roof repair, waterproof roof repair, and emergency roof repair services throughout Birmingham, the West Midlands, and the surrounding counties.
Locations We Serve
Who We Help
We serve homeowners, landlords, commercial property owners, industrial businesses, facilities management teams, housing associations, and local authorities across the West Midlands and surrounding areas.
Local Coverage
We provide roof repair services throughout Birmingham and the Black Country, Coventry and North Warwickshire, South Staffordshire, North Worcestershire, and the surrounding areas.
Unsure Whether We Cover Your Location?
Call or email S S Roofing Specialist Limited and we will confirm immediately.
Request a Free New Roof Installation Quote
If your property has a leaking roof, storm damage, failing membranes, or any other roofing concern, do not wait for the problem to develop further. Water damage escalates quickly, what costs hundreds of pounds to repair today may cost many thousands to remedy in six months' time.
Contact S S Roofing Specialist Limited
Free survey, no call out charge, no pressure, and no obligation to proceed.
Free Roof Survey
No Obligation Quote
No Call Out Charge
Emergency Repairs Available
What Happens When You Contact Us
We attend, assess, advise honestly, and provide a detailed quotation that allows you to make a fully informed decision.
You call or email with details of your roofing concern.
We arrange a convenient time for a free site survey.
We carry out a thorough inspection and present you with a clear written quotation.
You decide whether to proceed, with no pressure and no obligation.
If you proceed, we schedule the work and keep you informed throughout.