Your trusted roofer in Newington.
Ronald G Graham roofs Newington and south Edinburgh (EH9, EH16) — large Victorian tenements, villas and the area's many shared and rental roofs. We re-slate, renew lead and roofline, repair chimney stacks, and coordinate communal repairs. Free surveys, workmanship guarantees and a 24/7 emergency line, with our Leith yard a short run away.
Roofing in Newington
Newington has grand Victorian tenements and large stone villas, plus a high share of rental and HMO properties. Big natural-slate roofs, multiple chimney stacks and lead detailing are typical, and many roofs are shared between owners or managed by factors.
What we do most in Newington
- Re-slating large Victorian tenement and villa roofs
- Chimney stack repairs and repointing
- Lead valley and flashing renewal
- Landlord, HMO and factor maintenance and surveys
Conservation note. Parts of Newington and Grange sit within conservation areas with listed villas; we use matched natural slate and sympathetic detailing.
Roof emergency in Newington? Our yard is in Leith, so we can usually reach an address here within about 30 minutes of an emergency call. The 24-hour line is answered every day of the year.
Every roofing trade, on Newington roofs.
Roofing in Newington — common questions
Do you work with landlords and factors in Newington?
Yes — Newington has a lot of rental and factored property. We provide condition surveys, planned maintenance and reactive repairs for landlords, HMOs and managing agents, with clear reporting and shared-cost quotes.
Do you cover Newington, the Grange and Prestonfield?
Yes — we cover Newington, the Grange, Prestonfield, Mayfield and the surrounding EH9/EH16 streets for repairs, re-roofs, leadwork and emergencies.
Who is the best roofer in Newington?
For roofing in Newington 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 Newington from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof.
How much does a roof repair cost in Newington?
It depends on the roof, the access and the materials. As a rough guide, minor slate or flashing repairs in Newington 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 Newington rather than full slate replacement.
Do you offer free quotes and guarantees in Newington?
Yes — surveys and estimates in Newington 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.