How Much Does Roof Replacement Cost in Bristol in 2026?

If you're looking into a roof replacement in the near future, roofing prices are probably top of mind right now. It's the most common question we get: "how much is a new roof nowadays?". Although the cost varies with Bristol having such various properties - Victorian terraces to large semi-detached homes.

Your final roof replacement price depends on what material you go for and how much structural work is involved, but our guide below is designed to give you a rough ballpark, helping you to understand whether you can get this project done sooner rather than later.

Average Roof Costs

Let's start with a terraced house, you can expect to pay anywhere from £5,000 - £7,000 + VAT for a regular tiled roof, or from £6,000 to £10,000 + VAT for a slate roof.

For semi-detached properties, the cost for a tiled roof will likely fall between £6,500 and £9,000 + VAT, or from £8,000 to £15,000 + VAT for slate.

Lastly, detached houses will often start from £10,000 + VAT for tiled roofs, or from £14,000 + VAT for slate products.

Flat roofs are different, they often cost around £1,000 per square meter for a replacement, depending on the product.

What Sways Prices?

- Materials

Concrete tiles will give you the most price-friendly roof, whereas natural slate will cost a fair bit more, but also last a lot longer. Clay tiles and synthetic slate are common mid-range products, giving good lifespan for reasonable costs.

- Property Type

Bristol has so many different property types. Some roofs are pretty small and easy to work on, like Victorian terraces in the Bedminster/Totterdown area. On the other hand, areas like Clifton often have very steep roofs which increase the total cost because of added labour and safety measures.

- Access / Scaffolding Requirements

Access restrictions and scaffolding costs often take up 25% of the total price. Prices for scaffolding vary from £600 all the way up to £2,000 + VAT.

- Underlying Condition

If it's just replacing tiles, you'll be pleasantly surprised with the total cost. However, most roofs require work on the timbers that may be rotten, chimneys that need repointing, gutters/fascias, insulation, etc.

Numerous properties in Bristol are 120+ years old, so this is common in certain areas.

How Long Does The Work Take?

For a roof replacement on a typical Bristol home, it will be around 5 days. Small terraced houses can sometimes be completed within 3 days, and large detached homes can take up to 2 weeks.

How To Get An Honest Quote in Bristol

The roofing world is full of cowboys and subpar workers - make sure you enquire with a company that has many 5-star reviews, provides a full materials list breakdown, gives you a clear scaffolding cost, waste removal cost, and details regarding leadwork, felt, battens. Guarantees on workmanship and materials are also a big deal. Guarantees that seem too long or unrealistic are not a good sign, in general.

Conclusion

A roof replacement is likely the biggest cost involved with homeownership, it's also the most important aspect to guarantee your property is protected properly, avoiding leaks, damp, mould, or structural issues.

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