— Roofing Galway —
Residential re-roofing, commercial roofing, flat roofs, roof repairs, emergency call-outs and roof inspections in Clifden, Galway. Free survey. 10-year written guarantee.
⚡ Emergency within 6 hrs
In Clifden, Galway, a roof leak investigation and repair costs €400–€2,500, a flat roof repair €350–€900, a concrete tile re-roof €8,000–€18,000 and a natural slate re-roof €12,000–€28,000.
Emergency response across Clifden and Galway 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 Clifden, Galway. 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 Clifden 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 Clifden, call 091 622895 — staffed 24/7. Response within 6 hrs.
⚡ Emergency response: within 6 hrs
📍 Clifden, Co. Galway, Ireland
See all areas we cover in GalwayClifden is the capital of Connemara — an exposed Atlantic-facing town on the west Galway coast. Housing ranges from older terrace and semi-detached town-centre properties to surrounding development. The position is fully exposed to the Atlantic, giving Clifden some of the highest wind and rainfall exposure of any Irish market town. Roofing materials here need to withstand conditions more severe than almost anywhere else on the island.
Clifden's fully exposed Atlantic position makes it one of the most demanding roofing environments in Ireland. Storm damage is the most frequent call-out — lifted ridge tiles, windblown slates, and flashing failures happen regularly, especially in autumn and winter storms. The salt-laden Atlantic air speeds up mortar and metal deterioration far faster than on sheltered inland properties. Roofing materials in Clifden need maximum wind resistance.
When you search for roofers near me in Clifden, you need a team with a track record in the area — not a national call centre that subcontracts locally. Recommended Roofing's Galway team has direct knowledge of the housing stock, local planning requirements, and typical roofing problems across Clifden and the surrounding area. Every survey is carried out in person by a qualified roofer, and every quote is written and fixed-price.
Clifden is a coastal town in Connemara, on the Owenglin River where it meets Clifden Bay, so roofs there are generally more open to wind and driven rain than those in towns further inland. Wind lifts loose slates and ridge tiles, and sea air can wear on exposed metal and mortar over the years. Faults are best caught early, before water reaches the attic timbers.
Look from the ground for slipped or missing slates and tiles, shifted ridge tiles and lifted lead around the chimney. On the next wet day, check the attic for daylight, damp patches or dripping. Check gutters and fascia too, as these take the first hit in strong wind.
Once a year, ideally in autumn before the wet months, and again after any severe storm. Exposed roofs are worth a closer look at the ridge, verges and chimney flashing, which are the parts wind works on first.
Clifden is a planned town, founded in the early 19th century by John D'Arcy, and it grew after a quay and a road to Galway were built. By 1839 it had 185 dwellings, most of them three storeys high. Christ Church dates from 1853 and St Joseph's church from 1879, and the triangle of streets is still visible today.
Galway County Council's plan for Clifden states that the town is designated an Architectural Conservation Area, and it names the Court House and both churches as Protected Structures. We could not read the boundary, so check with the council whether your address falls inside it. In those cases a change to the visible look of a roof, such as natural slate to concrete tile, can need planning permission. The council's own record is the one that counts.
It depends on what is on the house now and whether the property is protected or inside the conservation area. Older town-centre buildings are often best repaired or re-laid in natural slate, and newer housing is more often concrete tile. The survey decides, and the written quote shows both options where both are allowed.
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 Clifden.
| 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) | €2,500–€5,500 | 1–2 days |
| Concrete Tile Re-Roof | €8,000–€18,000 | 4–10 days |
| Natural Slate Re-Roof | €12,000–€28,000 | 5–14 days |
| Emergency Call-Out | €150 (credited vs repair) | Within 6 hrs |
Slipped slates, cracked tiles, leaks and failed flashings repaired in Clifden. Same-day response available.
Roof Repair Clifden →New roof installation in Clifden — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written guarantee.
Roof Installation Clifden →Firestone EPDM and GRP flat roof waterproofing for extensions and garages in Clifden. Cold-applied, no naked flame.
Flat Roof Waterproofing Clifden →Chimney repointing, flaunching, flashing replacement and pot repairs in Clifden. Fully insured chimney specialists.
Chimney Repair & Restoration Clifden →Written chimney condition reports in Clifden — stack, haunching, pots, lead flashing and internal breast assessed.
Chimney Inspections Clifden →Leaking joints, sagging gutters, blocked downpipes and broken brackets repaired in Clifden. All gutter profiles carried.
Gutter Repairs Clifden →New gutter installation in Clifden — uPVC, cast iron, and aluminium. Correct fall, sealed joints, 10-year fittings guarantee.
Rain Gutter Installation Clifden →Velux and fixed skylight repairs in Clifden — failed seals, cracked glazing, flashing failures and condensation issues resolved.
Skylight Repair Clifden →Velux and fixed skylight supply and installation in Clifden. Flashed to manufacturer spec with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Skylight Installation Clifden →Loft and attic ventilation surveys and installation in Clifden — ridge vents, soffit vents, and tile vents to prevent condensation damage.
Loft Ventilation Clifden →Correct attic ventilation is critical in Clifden's climate. We install ridge, tile, and soffit vents to current building regulation requirements.
Attic Venting Installation Clifden →Pre-purchase and insurance roof surveys in Clifden — written condition report within 48 hours. CIRI-registered inspectors.
Roof Inspection Clifden →Yes — Recommended Roofing operate a dedicated Galway team that covers Clifden and the surrounding area. We carry out free on-site surveys in Clifden, typically within 2–3 working days, with a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
Clifden is the capital of Connemara — an exposed Atlantic-facing town on the west Galway coast. Housing ranges from older terrace and semi-detached town-centre properties to surrounding development. The position is fully exposed to the Atlantic, giving Clifden some of the highest wind and rainfall exposure of any Irish market town. Roofing materials here need to withstand conditions more severe than almost anywhere else on the island.
Clifden's fully exposed Atlantic position makes it one of the most demanding roofing environments in Ireland. Storm damage is the most frequent call-out — lifted ridge tiles, windblown slates, and flashing failures happen regularly, especially in autumn and winter storms. The salt-laden Atlantic air speeds up mortar and metal deterioration far faster than on sheltered inland properties. Roofing materials in Clifden need maximum wind resistance.
A full concrete tile re-roof in Clifden 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 Clifden, we aim to respond within 6 hrs. Our emergency line is staffed 24/7 — call 091 622895. 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 Clifden, 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 Clifden: 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.
