— Roofing South Dublin —
Residential re-roofing, commercial roofing, flat roofs, roof repairs, emergency call-outs and roof inspections in Ranelagh, South Dublin. Free survey. 10-year written guarantee.
⚡ Emergency within 6 hrs
In Ranelagh, 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 Ranelagh 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 Ranelagh, 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 Ranelagh 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 Ranelagh, call 01 2657795 — staffed 24/7. Response within 6 hrs.
⚡ Emergency response: within 6 hrs
📍 Ranelagh, South Dublin, Ireland
See all areas we cover in South DublinRanelagh is full of Georgian and Victorian redbrick terraces, many 150 years old or more and originally roofed in natural Welsh slate. A large share have been converted to apartments, which creates shared-roof responsibilities between owners. Flat-roof returns and mansard extensions over Victorian rear outshots are also common in this part of South Dublin.
Ranelagh's terraced properties often need lead valley and valley gutter repairs. Steep-pitched roofs with multiple returns concentrate water flow, and old lead eventually fails. Chimney stacks on terrace properties are a major call-out too, as are rear flat-roof additions where felt or torch-on systems have outlived their design life.
When you search for roofers near me in Ranelagh, 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 Ranelagh 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 wear at the weak points of a roof: slipped slates, failing mortar and lead, and gutters that back up. On tall terraced houses the chimney stacks and valley gutters are exposed on all sides, so they are often the first parts to let water in.
From the ground, look for slipped or missing slates, chimney pots or stacks that look out of line, and lead flashing that has lifted. Check the attic on the next wet day for daylight or damp, and clear gutters and downpipes, because a blocked gutter on a terrace sends water back under the lowest slates.
Once a year, ideally in autumn, and again after a severe storm. Houses that have been divided into flats are worth checking more closely, since a leak can show in a neighbouring flat before the owner sees it.
Ranelagh took its name from the pleasure gardens of the 1700s and was absorbed into the expanding city in the 19th century. It is known for its Victorian streets, such as those around Mount Pleasant Square, and it also has smaller artisan terraces, for example at Athlumney Villas. Roof age and type therefore vary from street to street.
We could not confirm an Architectural Conservation Area covering Ranelagh village, so do not assume either way. Some individual houses may be Protected Structures. Check Dublin City Council's development plan maps and protected structure record for your address before work starts, as changing the visible look of a roof can need planning permission in those cases.
On older terraced houses the existing covering is often natural slate, and repair or re-laying in slate is frequently the right answer, especially if the house is protected. Rear additions and extensions can differ. The survey decides, and the written quote shows the options that are allowed.
Ranelagh is covered by our South Dublin 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 Ranelagh.
| 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 Ranelagh. Same-day response available.
Roof Repair Ranelagh →New roof installation in Ranelagh — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written guarantee.
Roof Installation Ranelagh →Firestone EPDM and GRP flat roof waterproofing for extensions and garages in Ranelagh. Cold-applied, no naked flame.
Flat Roof Waterproofing Ranelagh →Chimney repointing, flaunching, flashing replacement and pot repairs in Ranelagh. Fully insured chimney specialists.
Chimney Repair & Restoration Ranelagh →Written chimney condition reports in Ranelagh — stack, haunching, pots, lead flashing and internal breast assessed.
Chimney Inspections Ranelagh →Leaking joints, sagging gutters, blocked downpipes and broken brackets repaired in Ranelagh. All gutter profiles carried.
Gutter Repairs Ranelagh →New gutter installation in Ranelagh — uPVC, cast iron, and aluminium. Correct fall, sealed joints, 10-year fittings guarantee.
Rain Gutter Installation Ranelagh →Velux and fixed skylight repairs in Ranelagh — failed seals, cracked glazing, flashing failures and condensation issues resolved.
Skylight Repair Ranelagh →Velux and fixed skylight supply and installation in Ranelagh. Flashed to manufacturer spec with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Skylight Installation Ranelagh →Loft and attic ventilation surveys and installation in Ranelagh — ridge vents, soffit vents, and tile vents to prevent condensation damage.
Loft Ventilation Ranelagh →Correct attic ventilation is critical in Ranelagh's climate. We install ridge, tile, and soffit vents to current building regulation requirements.
Attic Venting Installation Ranelagh →Pre-purchase and insurance roof surveys in Ranelagh — written condition report within 48 hours. CIRI-registered inspectors.
Roof Inspection Ranelagh →Yes — Recommended Roofing operate a dedicated South Dublin team that covers Ranelagh and the surrounding area. We carry out free on-site surveys in Ranelagh, typically within 2–3 working days, with a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
Ranelagh is full of Georgian and Victorian redbrick terraces, many 150 years old or more and originally roofed in natural Welsh slate. A large share have been converted to apartments, which creates shared-roof responsibilities between owners. Flat-roof returns and mansard extensions over Victorian rear outshots are also common in this part of South Dublin.
Ranelagh's terraced properties often need lead valley and valley gutter repairs. Steep-pitched roofs with multiple returns concentrate water flow, and old lead eventually fails. Chimney stacks on terrace properties are a major call-out too, as are rear flat-roof additions where felt or torch-on systems have outlived their design life.
A full concrete tile re-roof in Ranelagh 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 Ranelagh, 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 Ranelagh, 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 Ranelagh: 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.
