— Roofing Dublin North —
Residential re-roofing, commercial roofing, flat roofs, roof repairs, emergency call-outs and roof inspections in Ballymun, Dublin North. Free survey. 10-year written guarantee.
⚡ Emergency within 6 hrs
In Ballymun, Dublin North, a roof leak investigation and repair costs €400–€2,500, a flat roof repair €350–€900, a concrete tile re-roof €9,000–€20,000 and a natural slate re-roof €13,000–€30,000.
Emergency response across Ballymun and Dublin North is within 6 hrs, and the €150 call-out is credited against the repair.
Every job starts with a free survey, you get a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours, and the work carries a 10-year written guarantee.
Recommended Roofing is managed day to day by Gerard O’Gorman, General Manager.
Recommended Roofing provide residential and commercial roofing services across Ballymun, Dublin North. Our local team is directly employed — no subcontractors — and works to one standard on every job, from a single-slate repair to a full roof replacement.
Every Ballymun project starts with a free on-site survey by a qualified roofer. You receive a written, fixed-price quote within 48 hours. Our 10-year written workmanship guarantee is backed by €6.5 million public liability insurance and CIRI registration — verifiable at ciri.ie.
For emergencies in Ballymun, call 01 2857328 — staffed 24/7. Response within 6 hrs.
⚡ Emergency response: within 6 hrs
📍 Ballymun, Dublin 11, Ireland
See all areas we cover in Dublin NorthBallymun's housing stock is mostly post-2000. The former tower blocks and 1960s flat complexes were almost entirely replaced under the Dublin Corporation regeneration programme. The newer semi-detached and terrace homes on the regenerated streets have modern concrete tile and flat-roof garage construction. Issues are now emerging on flat-roof extensions and early ridge system details.
Ballymun's post-regeneration housing stock is relatively modern, but flat-roof garages and rear extensions on properties built in the 2000s and early 2010s are now developing waterproofing issues. Ridge tile cracking and dry-ridge failures also show up on the older remaining pre-regeneration private housing. The scale of the regenerated area means consistent maintenance demand across the estate roads.
When you search for roofers near me in Ballymun, you need a team with a track record in the area — not a national call centre that subcontracts locally. Recommended Roofing's Dublin North team has direct knowledge of the housing stock, local planning requirements, and typical roofing problems across Ballymun and the surrounding area. Every survey is carried out in person by a qualified roofer, and every quote is written and fixed-price.
Frequent rain and wind test every roof in Ireland, newer housing included. Water finds the weak points first: flat roofs over garages and extensions, ridge and verge details, and the joints around roof lights and flashings. Damp can sit in an attic for weeks before a stain shows on a ceiling.
Look from the ground for slipped, cracked or missing tiles or slates and for ridge or verge sections that have moved. Then check the attic on the next wet day for daylight or damp patches. Flat roofs over garages and extensions should be checked for pooled water and lifting edges, and gutters cleared so they do not overflow.
Once a year, ideally in autumn before the wet months, and again after any severe storm. On newer homes, flat-roof sections, flashings and ridge details are worth the closest look, since those are where small defects usually start.
Ballymun is best known for the high-rise flats built in 1966 and 1967, which Dublin Corporation took over in 1969. They were replaced under a regeneration programme, which was largely complete in residential terms by 2013 and formally ended in 2017. As a result, much of the housing is much newer than in most Dublin suburbs, with houses and low-rise apartments on the regenerated streets.
We have not found any conservation area covering Ballymun, and with the area largely rebuilt in recent decades one would not be expected, but we could not confirm it from a council source. Check Dublin City Council's development plan maps and Record of Protected Structures if you are unsure. We will flag anything we notice at the survey.
Yes. A newer roof is under less strain than an old one but it is not maintenance-free. Flat-roof extensions, garage roofs, ridge details and flashings are the usual places for small leaks to start, and they are cheap to fix early. The survey decides what is needed, and the written quote shows the options.
Ballymun is covered by our Dublin North team, who also work in the neighbouring areas:
Complete re-roofs — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written workmanship guarantee on every project.
Domestic Roof Construction →EPDM, TPO, standing seam and flat roof systems for commercial buildings. Full PSCS capability.
Commercial Roofing →Firestone EPDM and GRP fibreglass for extensions, garages and commercial flat roofs. Firestone Approved Installers.
Flat Roofing Systems →Leaks, slipped slates, storm damage, flashing replacement and ridge work. Same-day response available.
Roof Damage Repair →24/7 emergency call-out for storm-damaged roofs. Weatherproofed on arrival — emergency fee credited against permanent repair.
Roof Repair for Storm & Wind Damage →Pre-purchase surveys and insurance reports. Written condition report within 48 hours of inspection.
Roof Inspection →Indicative ranges. All quotes are free, written and fixed-price after a site survey in Ballymun.
| Service | Price Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Roof Repair | €350–€900 | Same day |
| Roof Leak Investigation & Repair | €400–€2,500 | 1–3 days |
| EPDM Flat Roof (domestic extension) | €2,800–€6,000 | 1–2 days |
| Concrete Tile Re-Roof | €9,000–€20,000 | 4–10 days |
| Natural Slate Re-Roof | €13,000–€30,000 | 5–14 days |
| Emergency Call-Out | €150 (credited vs repair) | Within 6 hrs |
Slipped slates, cracked tiles, leaks and failed flashings repaired in Ballymun. Same-day response available.
Roof Repair Ballymun →New roof installation in Ballymun — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written guarantee.
Roof Installation Ballymun →Firestone EPDM and GRP flat roof waterproofing for extensions and garages in Ballymun. Cold-applied, no naked flame.
Flat Roof Waterproofing Ballymun →Chimney repointing, flaunching, flashing replacement and pot repairs in Ballymun. Fully insured chimney specialists.
Chimney Repair & Restoration Ballymun →Written chimney condition reports in Ballymun — stack, haunching, pots, lead flashing and internal breast assessed.
Chimney Inspections Ballymun →Leaking joints, sagging gutters, blocked downpipes and broken brackets repaired in Ballymun. All gutter profiles carried.
Gutter Repairs Ballymun →New gutter installation in Ballymun — uPVC, cast iron, and aluminium. Correct fall, sealed joints, 10-year fittings guarantee.
Rain Gutter Installation Ballymun →Velux and fixed skylight repairs in Ballymun — failed seals, cracked glazing, flashing failures and condensation issues resolved.
Skylight Repair Ballymun →Velux and fixed skylight supply and installation in Ballymun. Flashed to manufacturer spec with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Skylight Installation Ballymun →Loft and attic ventilation surveys and installation in Ballymun — ridge vents, soffit vents, and tile vents to prevent condensation damage.
Loft Ventilation Ballymun →Correct attic ventilation is critical in Ballymun's climate. We install ridge, tile, and soffit vents to current building regulation requirements.
Attic Venting Installation Ballymun →Pre-purchase and insurance roof surveys in Ballymun — written condition report within 48 hours. CIRI-registered inspectors.
Roof Inspection Ballymun →Yes — Recommended Roofing operate a dedicated Dublin North team that covers Ballymun and the surrounding area. We carry out free on-site surveys in Ballymun, typically within 2–3 working days, with a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
Ballymun's housing stock is mostly post-2000. The former tower blocks and 1960s flat complexes were almost entirely replaced under the Dublin Corporation regeneration programme. The newer semi-detached and terrace homes on the regenerated streets have modern concrete tile and flat-roof garage construction. Issues are now emerging on flat-roof extensions and early ridge system details.
Ballymun's post-regeneration housing stock is relatively modern, but flat-roof garages and rear extensions on properties built in the 2000s and early 2010s are now developing waterproofing issues. Ridge tile cracking and dry-ridge failures also show up on the older remaining pre-regeneration private housing. The scale of the regenerated area means consistent maintenance demand across the estate roads.
A full concrete tile re-roof in Ballymun typically costs €8,000–€18,000 depending on roof size and complexity. Natural slate re-roofing ranges from €12,000–€28,000. All prices include removal of the old covering, new breathable underlay, counter-battens, battens, and the new tile or slate. We provide written, fixed-price quotes — no surprises on completion.
For emergency call-outs in Ballymun, we aim to respond within 6 hrs. Our emergency line is staffed 24/7 — call 01 2857328. On arrival we weatherproof the affected area immediately. The €150 emergency call-out fee is credited against the cost of any permanent repair.
Yes. Every job starts with a free on-site survey by a qualified roofer — not a sales representative. We assess the full condition of the roof, identify any underlying issues, and provide a written condition report alongside a fixed-price quote. No charge, no obligation.
We provide a 10-year written workmanship guarantee on all new roofs and major repairs in Ballymun, and a Lifetime Leak Guarantee on every full roof replacement. The guarantee is issued in writing before work starts, backed by €6.5 million public liability insurance and our CIRI registration — verifiable independently at ciri.ie.
We cover the full range in Ballymun: residential re-roofing (slate and tile), commercial flat roofing (EPDM, TPO, GRP), emergency repairs, chimney repointing, roof inspections and pre-purchase surveys, ridge and hip tile replacement, and dry-ridge system installation. All work is carried out by directly employed roofers — no subcontractors.
Free survey. Written fixed-price quote within 48 hours. 10-year guarantee.
