New Roofs in Surrey and South London

At Rated Roofers & Builders, we take pride in delivering dependable roofing and building services across Surrey and South London. With over 25 years of industry experience, we offer reliable solutions for both domestic and commercial properties, covering everything from new roof installations to general building work, repairs, and maintenance.

Whether you’re improving your home or managing a commercial project, our skilled team ensures each job is completed to the highest standard. We specialise in new roofs, flat roofs, and roof repairs, using quality materials and expert craftsmanship to protect and enhance your property.

When a roof needs replacing

Most roofs do not fail all at once. They wear out over years, and the signs tend to build up together.

• Leaks that keep appearing in different places.
• Large areas of cracked, slipped or missing tiles.
• A roofline that sags or has moved.
• Underlay in the loft that has torn or perished.
• Repairs that are needed more often and last less long each time.

The underlay and battens usually give out before the tiles you can see, so by the time water shows inside, the problem is often wider than it looks. If you are weighing it up, our post on whether to repair or replace an ageing roof goes through the signs in detail.

What happens during a re-roof

1. The old covering is stripped off.
2. Damaged battens and underlay are replaced, and the timbers underneath are checked.
3. A new breathable membrane goes on, then new battens and the new covering.
4. The ridge, the flashings and the ventilation are fitted to finish the roof.

It is the right time to look at the chimney and the fascias and soffits too, because doing them together saves coming back later. Our posts on what to expect during a roof replacement, how long it takes and how to prepare your home cover the job from start to finish.

Choosing the new covering

Concrete tiles are strong and affordable and are on many suburban houses. Clay tiles cost more and usually last longer, and natural slate costs more again and lasts longest of all. On an older house, matching the original covering keeps its character, and in some areas the council expects it, as our area pages explain town by town. See our tiled roofs, slate roofs and flat roofs pages for each one.

What a new roof costs

Which? asked 11 of its Trusted Traders in November 2025 and found that a new tiled roof on an average three bedroom house costs £7,000 to £21,000, including labour and materials but not VAT, with prices likely to sit at the upper end in London and the South East (Which?). Your price depends on the size and shape of the roof, the covering, the state of the timbers and the scaffolding the job needs. Our guide to how much a new roof costs goes through what makes up the bill.

Building regulations and planning

The Planning Portal says that in most situations re-roofing needs Building Regulations approval, that the work should include improving the roof's insulation, and that a covering much heavier or lighter than the old one can mean the roof structure needs strengthening (Planning Portal guidance on re-roofing). Approval comes from the council's building control team, which you can find through Local Authority Building Control, or from a registered building control approver. Ask who is applying before work starts, and keep the completion certificate.

Re-roofing that does not materially change how the house looks does not usually need planning permission, but it can where permitted development rights have been removed (Planning Portal guidance on roof planning permission). A listed building or a conservation area can bring further controls, so check with the council first.

As a fully insured and trusted company, we prioritise safety, precision, and long-lasting results in every project. Our approach is built around transparency and customer satisfaction, ensuring a smooth process from start to finish.

Alongside our roofing expertise, we provide a range of building services, including extensions, refurbishments, and structural work. Our experienced team works efficiently and carefully to deliver durable, high-quality finishes that stand the test of time.

No job is too big or too small for Rated Roofers & Builders. Whether you need a simple roof repair, a complete property renovation, or expert help with your next project, you can rely on us for professional, honest, and efficient service.

For trusted roofing and building services across Surrey and South London, contact Rated Roofers & Builders today for a free, no-obligation quote.

Call us on 07950 188 685.