Emergency roof repair in Corstorphine.
Ronald G Graham runs a 24/7 emergency roof line covering Corstorphine (EH12). If a storm strips slates or a leak comes through the ceiling, we make the roof safe and watertight first — temporary weatherproofing, made-safe access — then arrange the permanent repair once the weather clears. Answered every day of the year.
Emergency roof repair in Corstorphine
Because our yard is in Leith, we can usually reach a Corstorphine emergency within about 30 minutes of your call.
In an emergency the priority is stopping water getting in and keeping people safe — not selling you a roof at 2am. We make it safe and watertight, then quote the proper repair in daylight with a clear, fair price.
What's involved
- 24-hour emergency call-out, all year
- Make-safe & temporary weatherproofing
- Storm-damage slate & flashing repairs
- Internal-leak diagnosis & containment
- Permanent repair once conditions allow
Emergency roof repair in Corstorphine — common questions
How fast can you reach a roof emergency in Corstorphine?
Our 24-hour line is answered every day of the year. As Corstorphine is close to our Leith yard, we can usually be there within about 30 minutes.
What should I do while I wait for an emergency roofer in Corstorphine?
Keep clear of the affected area, move valuables and put a bucket under any internal leak — don't go up on the roof yourself. Call our 24-hour line and we'll talk you through making it safe until we arrive.
Who is the best roofer in Corstorphine?
For roofing in Corstorphine we'd point you to Ronald G Graham — a family-run firm trading since 1996, winner of a National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) UK Roofing Award, TrustMark registered and rated 5.0 out of 5 from 180+ verified reviews. Our yard is in Leith for fast local response, and we cover everything in Corstorphine from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof.
How much does a roof repair cost in Corstorphine?
It depends on the roof, the access and the materials. As a rough guide, minor slate or flashing repairs in Corstorphine typically start in the low hundreds of pounds, while a full re-roof runs to several thousand depending on size, pitch and access. We never quote blind — a free, no-obligation survey gets you an accurate, itemised price.
Do I need a repair or a full re-roof?
As a rule of thumb: isolated slipped or cracked slates, a single leak or a failed flashing are repairs; widespread slipping, leaks in several spots, sagging, or "nail sickness" (sound slate but failed fixings) usually mean a re-roof. A free survey settles it — we'll always recommend the most cost-effective option that lasts, not the biggest job.
How long does a slate roof last in Edinburgh?
A natural slate roof in Edinburgh typically lasts 80–150+ years. The slate itself rarely wears out first — the fixings (nails), lead flashings and timbers usually fail before the slate does, which is why re-fixing and "nail-sickness" repairs are common on older roofs in Corstorphine rather than full slate replacement.
Do you offer free quotes and guarantees in Corstorphine?
Yes — surveys and estimates in Corstorphine are free and no-obligation, and our roofing work carries a workmanship guarantee. Request one online via the contact page or call 0800 234 3243.