“Terry gave us three options to suit our needs and budget and explained them well.”
Kayleigh and JackRoof leak repair · Stockport
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Slate and tile roofing in Manchester
Slate and tile roof repairs and renewal across Manchester and Stockport. Discuss damaged coverings, matching materials, ridges and adjoining details, whether you need a local repair or a complete re-roof.
Slate& Tile
Pitched roofing / Coverings and details
Your roof. Its
materials and details.
The existing covering, the extent of the work and the adjoining roof details belong in the same conversation.
01Slate roof work
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For a slate-roof enquiry, include any information you have about the existing covering. Discuss the areas needing attention and whether the aim is a local repair, a wider renewal or advice on the next step.
02Tile roof work
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Tell us about damaged or displaced tiles, previous work and the appearance you want to retain. The existing tile type and the proposed scope should be understood before a replacement material is agreed.
03Localised covering repairs
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A few visible problems do not establish the condition of the whole roof. Describe the affected area and any signs inside the property, then ask what assessment would help define a suitable repair.
04Roof renewal
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For a complete re-roof, see our roof replacement page. Discuss the work beneath the covering and around adjoining features as part of that wider scope.
05Ridges and roof junctions
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Include concerns around the ridge, hips or adjoining roof sections when you enquire. These details should be considered as part of the proposed work rather than left ambiguous in a covering-only description.
06Work around existing roof features
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Tell us about chimneys, roof windows or other features near the area needing work. Confirm the roofing work included around them; any separate repair or replacement of the feature needs its own agreed scope.
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217 customer reviews on Google and MyBuilder. Read the original reviews on each platform.
“They did an outstanding job on our roof from start to finish.”
Denis MucaShared on Google
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SundeepFascias and guttering replacement · Manchester
Review excerptRead on MyBuilder“… professionalism, expertise and down-to-earth manner.”
Tahir JeffreyShared on Google
Review excerptRead on Google“We had good communication before, during and after the job. The work looks great”
AdamGutter flashing repair · Stockport
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Real project photographsWorkFrom our company gallery
Choosing a covering
Begin with what is already there.
A familiar roof appearance is useful context, but the material and proposed work still need to be identified.
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Identify the existing material
Share previous specifications or invoices if you have them. Discuss how the covering will be identified and what a proposed replacement would be. Avoid agreeing a material solely from its colour or a distant photograph, particularly when retaining the existing appearance matters.
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Separate covering choice from the full scope
Changing the visible covering is only one part of a roof-renewal discussion. Ask what preparation, adjoining details, access and finishing work are included. If a different covering is proposed, ask what assessment is required for your roof before the choice is settled.
Roof repairs Roof replacement Fascias, soffits and guttering
Roofing projects across our service area
Browse the full roofing catalogue, with pitched-roof work alongside other company projects. It brings together wider company workmanship, including work beyond slate and tile roofing.
01Describe the issue.
02Discuss the scope.
03Choose the next step.
Project gallery
Work that speaks for itself.
A selection of our strongest roofing projects.
A roof replacement documented from the original weathered tiles through stripping, new underlay and battens to the finished red tiled roof. The photos show the twin dormers, ridge details and the completed roof from above and street level.
A red tiled re-roof on a semi-detached home, shown from the stripped roof through underlay and batten installation to the fully tiled result. The gallery includes progress photos as well as the finished roof.
Flat roof area fully renewed with modern membrane system, showing clean edge finish and staged progress from preparation to final result.
A&B Roofing Specialists replaced a roof that had reached the end of its service life with a new Old English red tiled roof. These photos show the stripped roof structure and the completed pitched roof with its new tiled hip.
Dormer stripped, insulated and reclad with modern black panelling and windows, on detached home with black tile roof.
Complete roof strip and re-tile on red brick semi-detached with new underlay, insulation, and neat tile finish, evident in driveway shots.
Stripped old slate, installed new natural slate roof, with clean ridge lines and a renewed chimney flashing.
Flat roof rebuild on modern grey-clad balcony, showing extensive rot removal, new timbers, and waterproofed finished surface.
Slate roof stripped, insulated, felted and new slate tiles laid, with urban terrace details and period chimney stacks visible.
Complete re-roof with new grey tiles and ridge repairs on a semi-detached with front gable, visible scaffolding and adjoining property.
Roof retiling on a brick semi-detached home, documented through the scaffolding, underlay and batten stages to a completed red tiled hipped roof. Seven views show the installation and street-level result.
Roof installation in progress on a red-brick home's rear extension. Four views show the red roof tiles, rooflight and ongoing roof work; these photos document the installation before completion.
Three close-up views of the black fascia, soffit and guttering around a decorative brick gable. The photos show the roofline edges, gable detailing and gutter junctions.
Exterior views of a red-brick home, showing the steep gable, decorative timber detailing and surrounding roofline.
Roof replacement in progress on a terraced home. Photos show site setup, removal of the old slates, exposed roof timbers, new underlay and battens, and installation of the grey roof covering. Ridge and finishing work is still in progress in the latest photo.
Installation of new red tiles and detailed leadwork around chimney, with visible site scaffolding and safety features.
Lead roof replacement on a brick Victorian house with rear garden, featuring fresh grey lead work and garden pergola visible below.
Restoration of brick apartment block roof, extensive scaffolding, and new timber/fascia work seen at dormer gable with signature arched brick.
Patio-side rear extension re-roofed: from stripped structure to new grey tiles, with shed, fence, and river in view throughout.
Brick-pillared open shelter fully rebuilt with new timber frame, red tiles, and white cladding underneath, set in landscaped public grounds.
Full re-roof and valley repairs on distinctive red brick Edwardian terraces with ornate chimneys and corner church in sight.
Flat roof replacement using EPDM membrane on a rear extension, showing stripped decking and fresh finish.
Full tile roof deep-clean, removing heavy moss build-up for a fresh, neat appearance on a suburban semi.
Outdated tile roof replaced with new, maintenance-free concrete tiles and modern detailing, with scaffolding and site clear-up visible.
Slate roof on semi thoroughly stripped, felted, battened and re-slated, matching original chimneys and solar panels.
Flat roof fully stripped, re-boarded and relaid with grey tiles, seen with neighbouring garden and brick outbuilding.
Recent upgrades to pitched roofs: moss clearance, tile repair and ridge work, on various semis and detached properties in different surroundings.
Assorted flat roof repair jobs including stripping old felt, timber deck installation, rubber and liquid membrane finish, featuring several modern homes.
Rebuilding and cladding of a polycarbonate-roofed side return extension, brick wall and fencing match confirms job sequence.
Complete new grey slate roof with Velux window fitted, matching ridge lines and street view to the high street Tudor building.
Full roof renewal on brick terraced house, new grey slate tiles and Velux added. Matching window, garden view and skyline.
Detached house re-roofed with grey slate effect tiles, showing mossy original and transformed clean, modern outcome.
Replaced faded, weathered tiles with vibrant new red tiles and crisp ridge caps; full scaffold setup ensured quality finish.
Replaced worn slate roofs on whole terrace row, clean lines and consistent finish visible from multiple roofline angles.
Red tile roof power-cleaned and protected, distinguishing untreated versus restored surfaces under clear sky.
Semi-detached houses re-roofed with modern red concrete tiles, crisp new ridges and neat leadwork detail visible from street.
Selection of felt, torch-on, and EPDM flat roof recoveries, including garage roofs and small extensions with timber deck prep.
Terrace re-roofing with new slate tiles, replacing aged and weathered units for improved weather protection and appearance.
Re-roofed rear extension with three new Velux windows and modern concrete tile finish, transforming outdoor lighting.
Complete installation of new pitched roof system on detached house, including new support battens and protective underlay.
Renewed tilework on bay window and porch to match original brick semi, with smart new orange slate and aligned leadwork.
Replacement of old tiled extension roof on brick terrace, matching the new tiles to the original design and brickwork features.
Large detached house with new red tile roof, scaffolding, ridge details, and original bay window features highlighted throughout the process.
Repairs and re-covering of flat roofs with EPDM, including decking renewal and finished waterproofing on red-brick properties.
Compact pitched porch/side roof replaced with red concrete tiles, detailed edge leadwork and sharp lines, on modern brickwork home.
Roof renewal on a brick semi-detached home, with photos showing the existing roof, strip-out and renewed tiled roof.
Red tiled main roof plus flat roofed balcony over extension, including before, in-progress, and completed views of pitched and flat sections.
Complete strip and re-tiling of red/tan tiled semi with garden, skip on driveway, and lean-to roof in sequence.
Full replacement of bungalow roof with gable/hip junction, both front and rear, confirmed by unique roofline and window/door arrangement.
Brown concrete tile full replacement with new guttering, scaffolding and before/after elevations clearly matched from street view.
Removed failing original tile, new slate roof installed on two-story detached with visible chimney—progression clear in repair sequence.
Main pitched roof with valley re-boarded and re-tiled in red. Distinctive brickwork and street-facing window confirm project grouping.
A range of small-scale roofing tasks—guttering, box gutter repairs, and patch fixes—carried out across a variety of domestic homes.
Garage or extension flat roof renewal with dark grey rubber over new timber deck, with garden and paved driveway view.
Roof overhauls with three new Velux windows, replacing old concrete tiles on pitched roof. Stained glass window and garden consistent.
A gallery of recent flat roof installations and refurbishments featuring durable finishes, insulation upgrades, and garage extensions.
Old leaking conservatory roof replaced with modern insulated covering and cladding for improved all-year round comfort.
Assorted slate roof upgrades and refurbishments, including cleaning, ridge tile renewal, and new waterproofing on period brick semis.
Replacement of pitched roof and bay window tiling for a detached home with fresh red tiles, maintaining diamond leaded glazing.
Terrace row roof stripped and fully re-roofed with grey slates, showing work progression, new ridge, and matching neighboring properties.
Restoration of a flat roof system with new coverings and improved parapet edge detail, visible on red brick builds.
Recent projects involving extension roof structures, modern insulated coverings and timber upgrades over various brick styles.
Questions before you enquire
Your slate
and tile questions.
Material matching, individual repairs and what to consider when renewing a pitched roof.
01Can individual slates or tiles be repaired?
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A local repair may be an option, but suitability depends on the existing roof and the affected area. Explain what you have noticed and ask how the work would be assessed before assuming a small visible defect means a small job.
02Can new coverings match the existing roof?
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Discuss the existing material, profile and appearance before work is agreed. Matching options need to be confirmed for the particular roof; any limits or visible differences should be clear in the proposal.
03Is a slate-looking roof necessarily natural slate?
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The material still needs to be identified. If you have paperwork for the roof, include it with your enquiry. Confirm the existing covering and any proposed replacement rather than relying on appearance alone.
04Can I change from tile to slate, or the other way round?
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Ask what assessment the proposed change needs for your roof. A change of covering should be considered for the property and agreed scope; it should not be treated as a simple visual substitution.
05Will roof windows or chimney work be included?
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Only where the agreed quotation includes that work. Mention these features in your enquiry and ask which surrounding roofing details are included, and whether separate work on the feature itself is available or required.
06Should I look at the repair or replacement page?
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Use Repairs if you are seeking help with a specific problem. Use Replacement if you are considering a complete roof renewal. This page helps you frame questions about the slate or tile covering in either situation.
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Local roofers. Local knowledge.
Slate and tile enquiries
across our area.
Contact us about slate and tile roofing in Manchester, Stockport and surrounding areas. Include your postcode, property type and the work you are considering so coverage can be confirmed.