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Residential re-roofing, commercial roofing, flat roofs, roof repairs, emergency call-outs and roof inspections in Carrickmines, South Dublin. Free survey. 10-year written guarantee.
⚡ Emergency within 6 hrs
In Carrickmines, South Dublin, 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 Carrickmines and South Dublin 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 Carrickmines, South Dublin. 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 Carrickmines 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 Carrickmines, call 01 2657795 — staffed 24/7. Response within 6 hrs.
⚡ Emergency response: within 6 hrs
📍 Carrickmines, South Dublin, Ireland
See all areas we cover in South DublinCarrickmines has seen a lot of recent residential development, so most of its housing stock dates from the 1990s to 2010s. Even newer properties here are showing issues — flat-roof garages and extensions need waterproofing renewal, and ridge systems on early 1990s construction are reaching end-of-life.
Carrickmines' newer housing stock means the roofing issues tend to show up early rather than come from age. Flat-roof garages and rear extensions are the most common source of call-outs, with original torch-on felt from the 1990s and early 2000s now at end-of-life. Ridge tile failures and gutter defects on the newer semi-detached homes are also on the rise.
When you search for roofers near me in Carrickmines, you need a team with a track record in the area — not a national call centre that subcontracts locally. Recommended Roofing's South Dublin team has direct knowledge of the housing stock, local planning requirements, and typical roofing problems across Carrickmines and the surrounding area. Every survey is carried out in person by a qualified roofer, and every quote is written and fixed-price.
Rain, wind and frost affect every Irish roof, and on newer houses the weak points are usually flat roofs over garages and extensions, ridge fixings, flashings and gutters. A slow leak can sit in an attic or a flat-roof deck for a long time before a stain shows indoors.
From the ground, look for slipped or cracked tiles, shifted ridge tiles and lifted edges on flat roofs. Check the attic on the next wet day for daylight, damp patches or drips. Flat roofs should be checked for pooled water, and gutters and downpipes cleared so they do not overflow.
Once a year, ideally in autumn before the wet months, and again after any severe storm. Houses built in the same period tend to age together, so a neighbour's repair is a good prompt to have your own ridge, flashings and flat-roof sections looked at.
Carrickmines has a long history: there was a castle here on the edge of the medieval Pale, and the area stayed mostly farmland for centuries. Around Junction 15 of the M50 it has since become a mix of retail parks, offices, apartments and housing estates, with some farmland remaining. Most homes are therefore far newer than the area's history, but the exact age of any one house has to be checked on the day.
We could not confirm an Architectural Conservation Area for Carrickmines. Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council's list of ACAs does not include it, though it does list neighbouring Foxrock. Some individual older buildings may be Protected Structures, so if your house is old, check the council's record before work starts.
For most estate housing the existing roof covering is the guide, and the survey will confirm what is there and what suits the house. Older buildings may be slate and may be protected, which can limit the choice. The written quote shows the options that are allowed.
Carrickmines is covered by our South Dublin team, who also work in the neighbouring areas:
Roofers Foxrock Roofers Leopardstown Roofers Cabinteely Roofers Stepaside Roofers Sandyford
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 Carrickmines.
| 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 Carrickmines. Same-day response available.
Roof Repair Carrickmines →New roof installation in Carrickmines — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written guarantee.
Roof Installation Carrickmines →Firestone EPDM and GRP flat roof waterproofing for extensions and garages in Carrickmines. Cold-applied, no naked flame.
Flat Roof Waterproofing Carrickmines →Chimney repointing, flaunching, flashing replacement and pot repairs in Carrickmines. Fully insured chimney specialists.
Chimney Repair & Restoration Carrickmines →Written chimney condition reports in Carrickmines — stack, haunching, pots, lead flashing and internal breast assessed.
Chimney Inspections Carrickmines →Leaking joints, sagging gutters, blocked downpipes and broken brackets repaired in Carrickmines. All gutter profiles carried.
Gutter Repairs Carrickmines →New gutter installation in Carrickmines — uPVC, cast iron, and aluminium. Correct fall, sealed joints, 10-year fittings guarantee.
Rain Gutter Installation Carrickmines →Velux and fixed skylight repairs in Carrickmines — failed seals, cracked glazing, flashing failures and condensation issues resolved.
Skylight Repair Carrickmines →Velux and fixed skylight supply and installation in Carrickmines. Flashed to manufacturer spec with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Skylight Installation Carrickmines →Loft and attic ventilation surveys and installation in Carrickmines — ridge vents, soffit vents, and tile vents to prevent condensation damage.
Loft Ventilation Carrickmines →Correct attic ventilation is critical in Carrickmines's climate. We install ridge, tile, and soffit vents to current building regulation requirements.
Attic Venting Installation Carrickmines →Pre-purchase and insurance roof surveys in Carrickmines — written condition report within 48 hours. CIRI-registered inspectors.
Roof Inspection Carrickmines →Yes — Recommended Roofing operate a dedicated South Dublin team that covers Carrickmines and the surrounding area. We carry out free on-site surveys in Carrickmines, typically within 2–3 working days, with a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
Carrickmines has seen a lot of recent residential development, so most of its housing stock dates from the 1990s to 2010s. Even newer properties here are showing issues — flat-roof garages and extensions need waterproofing renewal, and ridge systems on early 1990s construction are reaching end-of-life.
Carrickmines' newer housing stock means the roofing issues tend to show up early rather than come from age. Flat-roof garages and rear extensions are the most common source of call-outs, with original torch-on felt from the 1990s and early 2000s now at end-of-life. Ridge tile failures and gutter defects on the newer semi-detached homes are also on the rise.
A full concrete tile re-roof in Carrickmines 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 Carrickmines, we aim to respond within 6 hrs. Our emergency line is staffed 24/7 — call 01 2657795. 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 Carrickmines, 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 Carrickmines: 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.
