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Residential re-roofing, commercial roofing, flat roofs, roof repairs, emergency call-outs and roof inspections in Oughterard, Galway. Free survey. 10-year written guarantee.
⚡ Emergency within 6 hrs
In Oughterard, 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 Oughterard 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 Oughterard, 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 Oughterard 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 Oughterard, call 091 622895 — staffed 24/7. Response within 6 hrs.
⚡ Emergency response: within 6 hrs
📍 Oughterard, Co. Galway, Ireland
See all areas we cover in GalwayOughterard is a Connemara gateway village on Lough Corrib. Its housing stock is older village properties — terrace and semi-detached from the early and mid 20th century — with some surrounding development. The west Galway position brings significant Atlantic weather exposure. The Lough Corrib setting can also channel strong westerly winds down the lake corridor onto exposed properties.
Oughterard's exposed Connemara position brings significant Atlantic weather exposure — wind-driven rain and storm damage are more common here than in sheltered east Galway addresses. The older village properties need chimney and ridge maintenance on natural slate roofs. The Lough Corrib corridor can also channel strong westerly winds onto exposed property elevations.
When you search for roofers near me in Oughterard, 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 Oughterard and the surrounding area. Every survey is carried out in person by a qualified roofer, and every quote is written and fixed-price.
Oughterard sits on the Connemara side of Galway, close to Lough Corrib, 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 rain driven sideways finds gaps that stay dry in calmer spots. 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.
Galway County Council's plan for the town describes buildings along the N59 as generally running from bungalow up to two storeys. It asks for new development to respect the established character in plot size, height, material and density. The town has a number of protected structures, including the former courthouse, the Owenriff road bridge and the Church of the Immaculate Conception.
Galway County Council's 2022-2028 settlement plan for Oughterard says the existing Architectural Conservation Area in the town will be retained, and that development must respect its architectural qualities. Which houses fall inside it, and whether a particular house is a protected structure, is something to confirm with the council before work starts. Changing the visible look of a roof can need planning permission in those cases. The council's own record is the one that counts.
It depends on what is on the house now and whether it is protected or inside the conservation area. Older village 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.
Oughterard is covered by our Galway 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 Oughterard.
| 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 Oughterard. Same-day response available.
Roof Repair Oughterard →New roof installation in Oughterard — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written guarantee.
Roof Installation Oughterard →Firestone EPDM and GRP flat roof waterproofing for extensions and garages in Oughterard. Cold-applied, no naked flame.
Flat Roof Waterproofing Oughterard →Chimney repointing, flaunching, flashing replacement and pot repairs in Oughterard. Fully insured chimney specialists.
Chimney Repair & Restoration Oughterard →Written chimney condition reports in Oughterard — stack, haunching, pots, lead flashing and internal breast assessed.
Chimney Inspections Oughterard →Leaking joints, sagging gutters, blocked downpipes and broken brackets repaired in Oughterard. All gutter profiles carried.
Gutter Repairs Oughterard →New gutter installation in Oughterard — uPVC, cast iron, and aluminium. Correct fall, sealed joints, 10-year fittings guarantee.
Rain Gutter Installation Oughterard →Velux and fixed skylight repairs in Oughterard — failed seals, cracked glazing, flashing failures and condensation issues resolved.
Skylight Repair Oughterard →Velux and fixed skylight supply and installation in Oughterard. Flashed to manufacturer spec with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Skylight Installation Oughterard →Loft and attic ventilation surveys and installation in Oughterard — ridge vents, soffit vents, and tile vents to prevent condensation damage.
Loft Ventilation Oughterard →Correct attic ventilation is critical in Oughterard's climate. We install ridge, tile, and soffit vents to current building regulation requirements.
Attic Venting Installation Oughterard →Pre-purchase and insurance roof surveys in Oughterard — written condition report within 48 hours. CIRI-registered inspectors.
Roof Inspection Oughterard →Yes — Recommended Roofing operate a dedicated Galway team that covers Oughterard and the surrounding area. We carry out free on-site surveys in Oughterard, typically within 2–3 working days, with a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
Oughterard is a Connemara gateway village on Lough Corrib. Its housing stock is older village properties — terrace and semi-detached from the early and mid 20th century — with some surrounding development. The west Galway position brings significant Atlantic weather exposure. The Lough Corrib setting can also channel strong westerly winds down the lake corridor onto exposed properties.
Oughterard's exposed Connemara position brings significant Atlantic weather exposure — wind-driven rain and storm damage are more common here than in sheltered east Galway addresses. The older village properties need chimney and ridge maintenance on natural slate roofs. The Lough Corrib corridor can also channel strong westerly winds onto exposed property elevations.
A full concrete tile re-roof in Oughterard 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 Oughterard, 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 Oughterard, 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 Oughterard: 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.
