HOW TO HIRE · TRADES & CONSTRUCTION · CHECKED OCTOBER 2026
How to hire a roof repairer in Ireland The checks, the questions and the paperwork.
A roof repair in Ireland costs €150–€1,200 per repair, typically around €450. This guide is how to check that in under a minute, what to ask before you book, what a fair quote looks like, and what you should be handed when the job is done — with every claim checked at its own source.
A roof repair in Ireland costs €150–€1,200 per repair, typically around €450. Here is how to check that in a minute, what to ask before you book, and what you must be handed when the job is done.
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THE 60-SECOND VERSION
Hiring a roof repairer in five steps
1Are you a trader, and can I see that in writing?No register covers roof repairer work, so trader status is what your consumer rights hang on — gutter Maintenance — clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water pooling and roof damage.
2How does extent of damage change the price?Size decides whether this is a morning or a full day. — ask before the quote rather than after.
3How does materials used change the price?A large order is cheaper per unit than a small one. — ask before the quote rather than after.
4How does roof's pitch change the price?It is part of every quote for this kind of work. — ask before the quote rather than after.
5What is not included?Flashing Repairs — flashing is vital for sealing joints and preventing leaks — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a roof repairer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check before you book
No register applies
NO REGISTER APPLIES TO ROOFERS IN IRELAND. What governs the work is safety law: the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Work at Height) Regulations, enforced by the HSA. A roofer is not licensed; the scaffold, the edge protection and the method are what tell you whether you have hired a professional.
Look for the trader badge and the ID-checked badge on the Locufy profile — both are checked by us, not claimed by the provider.
What to check instead
Edge protection or scaffold in the quote as a line item — a quote with no access cost has not priced the safe way of doing it; Public liability at a level that matches a roof, and employer's liability if they bring a crew; Whether they will go up and photograph the actual defect before pricing; A written scope saying what is stripped, what is reused and what is replaced; How they protect the inside if the roof is open overnight; The guarantee, in writing, on workmanship and on materials separately.
Ask for each of these before you agree a price, and get the answers in the same message as the quote.
Insurance
Expect public liability and employer's liability; ask the limit, not just whether they have it. From a company, ask for the insurer, the limit and the VAT number, and ask who actually attends: the team that turns up may be employed, subcontracted or both, and only one of those is supervised by the firm you are paying.
Ask to see the current certificate of insurance — the insurer's name, the limit and the date it runs to.
Trader or private seller
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 a trader must tell you they are a trader, and your consumer rights — work carried out with reasonable skill and care, and a cooling-off period on a contract agreed in your home or online — apply to traders and not to private sellers. On Locufy the trader status is shown on the profile.
Look for the trader badge on the Locufy profile, and ask anyone else for it in writing before you agree a price.
VAT
VAT at 13.5%, the reduced rate Revenue publishes for this service. Ask whether the price you were given includes it. A trader under the €42,500 registration threshold does not charge it; one over it must, and must show it separately.
Ask whether the figure you were given includes it, and for the VAT number if they are registered — Revenue publishes the rate for this service. revenue.ie →
ASK THESE
“Are you a trader, and can I see that in writing?”
A good answer: No register covers roof repairer work, so trader status is what your consumer rights hang on — gutter Maintenance — clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water pooling and roof damage.
“How does extent of damage change the price?”
A good answer: Size decides whether this is a morning or a full day. — ask before the quote rather than after.
“How does materials used change the price?”
A good answer: A large order is cheaper per unit than a small one. — ask before the quote rather than after.
“How does roof's pitch change the price?”
A good answer: It is part of every quote for this kind of work. — ask before the quote rather than after.
“What is not included?”
A good answer: Flashing Repairs — flashing is vital for sealing joints and preventing leaks — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a roof repairer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
“Who insures you, and what is the policy number?”
A good answer: Expect public liability and employer's liability; ask the limit, not just whether they have it — shingle Replacement — damaged or missing shingles can lead to leaks and further deterioration.
“What do I get in writing, and when?”
A good answer: A written scope and a price before the roof repairer starts, and an itemised invoice after — leak Detection — roof repair often begins with identifying leaks that can cause significant damage.
Getting the quote right
Extent of damage — size decides whether this is a morning or a full day.
Materials used — a large order is cheaper per unit than a small one.
Roof's pitch — it is part of every quote for this kind of work.
Size of the area needing repair — a larger property takes longer simply to move around.
In writing before anyone starts — a message on Locufy counts
What is NOT included, named
Who actually attends, and whether they are employed or subcontracted
The VAT number, and whether it checks out on the Revenue register
Walk away if
They will not talk about it: extent of damage — size decides whether this is a morning or a full day
They will not talk about it: materials used — a large order is cheaper per unit than a small one
They will not talk about it: roof's pitch — it is part of every quote for this kind of work
A price for the roof repairer before anyone has asked the size, the access or the condition of what they are working on
Cash only, or a large deposit before anything at all has started
No written quote, or one that moves once the roof repairer has begun
LOW
€150
TYPICAL
€450
HIGH
€1,200
What a roof repairer costs: €150–€1,200 per repair
The figures are for the job, per repair, and a quote for your own is the only number that binds anyone. Leak repair and Shingle replacement each carry their own band. Roof Repair price guide →
Guide prices compiled by the Locufy team from published Irish and UK provider price lists and 2026/27 cost guides. Updated 2026.
KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR? NOW FIND ONE
Roof repairers near you, with the badges that matter shown
ID checked, trader status and one score from every review — on the card, before you message anyone. Nearest first. No account needed to look.
1Look firstExtent of damage — size decides whether this is a morning or a full day — that is what the roof repairer is judging on the first visit, and a price given without it is a guess.
2Agree what is being doneMaterials used — a large order is cheaper per unit than a small one — put in writing before anyone starts, because it is the document you both read back at the end.
3The work itselfRoof's pitch — it is part of every quote for this kind of work — and anything found on the day that was not in that is priced before it is started.
4Check it togetherSize of the area needing repair — a larger property takes longer simply to move around — walked against the written scope rather than against the feeling of it, while the roof repairer is still there.
5What you are handedThe itemised invoice and any guarantee on the workmanship and the parts, safety is paramount; professionals should adhere to safety standards and use appropriate equipment.
Leak Detection
Roof repair often begins with identifying leaks that can cause significant damage.
Shingle Replacement
Damaged or missing shingles can lead to leaks and further deterioration.
Flashing Repairs
Flashing is vital for sealing joints and preventing leaks.
Gutter Maintenance
Clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water pooling and roof damage.
Leak Repair
Involves identifying and sealing leaks in the roof to prevent water damage.
Structural Repairs
Addresses issues with the roof's underlying structure, such as rafters or trusses.
AFTER
When the job is done
Keep the invoice and the paperworkAn itemised invoice with the trader's name, the work and the total — gutter Maintenance — clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water pooling and roof damage, because it is what a buyer's solicitor, an insurer or a lender asks for long after the roof repairer has gone.
Test what was doneFlashing Repairs — flashing is vital for sealing joints and preventing leaks — and something that does not work on the day is theirs to put right there and then.
Ask what the guarantee isOn the workmanship and on the parts, and for how long each one runs — they are usually different. shingle Replacement — damaged or missing shingles can lead to leaks and further deterioration — under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 what was agreed is what can be relied on.
Leave the reviewOnly a booked job can be reviewed on Locufy, which is why the score on a roof repairer's card means something — leak Detection — roof repair often begins with identifying leaks that can cause significant damage.
MONEY BACK
Grants that may apply
GOV.IE · ADMINISTERED BY YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITY · GRANTVerified 18 August 2026
Housing Aid for Older People Grant
Up to €10,700, covering up to 100% of the cost (means-tested; the full amount is available for gross household income up to €37,500 a year, tapering to 30% up to €75,000).
Who: People aged 66 or over (younger in cases of hardship) in poor housing conditions, for essential repairs such as roofing, rewiring, heating, windows and doors, or water and sanitary facilities.
Schemes change. The amounts above were checked on the dates shown; the official page is the one that counts.
IF IT GOES WRONG
STEP 1Say it in writing, firstSay what is wrong and what you want done. Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 the work must be carried out with reasonable skill and care, and defective work put right.
STEP 2Use the make-it-right step on LocufyUnder four stars you are asked whether to send it to the provider first; we follow it through. Then review.
STEP 3Escalate to the body that regulates itThere is no register, so the route is the consumer body and, if needed, the courts.
STEP 4Small claimsSmall claims covers €2,000, once you have asked in writing and given them a chance to put it right.
Hiring a roof repairer: questions people ask
Cost can vary based on the extent of damage, materials used, and the roof's pitch and accessibility. Additional factors include the location and the urgency of the repair.
Most roof repairs can be completed within a few hours to a full day, depending on the complexity. Larger or more severe issues may require multiple days for a thorough fix.
For specialised roof repairs, it is advisable to hire a qualified roofing specialist. They possess the specific skills and knowledge needed for tasks like flashing repairs and shingle replacement.
Many roofing contractors offer emergency services for urgent repairs, such as leaks during a storm. Availability can vary, so it's best to inquire ahead of time.
Out of scope issues may include full roof replacements or structural damage that requires extensive renovation. It's important to discuss any major concerns with your contractor before starting repairs.
NO REGISTER APPLIES TO ROOFERS IN IRELAND. What governs the work is safety law: the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Work at Height) Regulations, enforced by the HSA. A roofer is not licensed; the scaffold, the edge protection and the method are what tell you whether you have hired a professional.
Checked October 2026 · https://locufy.com/ie/how-to-hire/roof-repair
The five steps
Are you a trader, and can I see that in writing?. No register covers roof repairer work, so trader status is what your consumer rights hang on — gutter Maintenance — clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water pooling and roof damage.
How does extent of damage change the price?. Size decides whether this is a morning or a full day. — ask before the quote rather than after.
How does materials used change the price?. A large order is cheaper per unit than a small one. — ask before the quote rather than after.
How does roof's pitch change the price?. It is part of every quote for this kind of work. — ask before the quote rather than after.
What is not included?. Flashing Repairs — flashing is vital for sealing joints and preventing leaks — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a roof repairer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
Check before you book
No register applies: Look for the trader badge and the ID-checked badge on the Locufy profile — both are checked by us, not claimed by the provider.
What to check instead: Ask for each of these before you agree a price, and get the answers in the same message as the quote.
Insurance: Ask to see the current certificate of insurance — the insurer's name, the limit and the date it runs to.
Trader or private seller: Look for the trader badge on the Locufy profile, and ask anyone else for it in writing before you agree a price.
VAT: Ask whether the figure you were given includes it, and for the VAT number if they are registered — Revenue publishes the rate for this service.
Questions to ask
“Are you a trader, and can I see that in writing?” No register covers roof repairer work, so trader status is what your consumer rights hang on — gutter Maintenance — clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water pooling and roof damage.
“How does extent of damage change the price?” Size decides whether this is a morning or a full day. — ask before the quote rather than after.
“How does materials used change the price?” A large order is cheaper per unit than a small one. — ask before the quote rather than after.
“How does roof's pitch change the price?” It is part of every quote for this kind of work. — ask before the quote rather than after.
“What is not included?” Flashing Repairs — flashing is vital for sealing joints and preventing leaks — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a roof repairer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
“Who insures you, and what is the policy number?” Expect public liability and employer's liability; ask the limit, not just whether they have it — shingle Replacement — damaged or missing shingles can lead to leaks and further deterioration.
“What do I get in writing, and when?” A written scope and a price before the roof repairer starts, and an itemised invoice after — leak Detection — roof repair often begins with identifying leaks that can cause significant damage.
