A curated guide to Glasgow's 5 highest-rated roofers — ranked by real customer reviews, refreshed every quarter, free to browse.
Finding a reliable roofer in Glasgow isn't always straightforward. Glasgow has more pre-war tenements than any UK city, plus a heavy stock of post-war estates in Castlemilk, Easterhouse and Drumchapel, then a rebuilding wave through the West End and Merchant City. The tenement stock means tradespeople here are unusually fluent in shared services, common closes, and factor-managed properties.
Glasgow's tenement common roofs mean any reroof needs factor coordination — the roofers who know this game are noticeably less hassle than the ones who don't.
We've curated the 5 highest-rated roofers in the city based on real customer reviews, plus what to expect from a Scottish roofer in 2026.
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1A Greenhill Ave, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 6QX
Looking for expert roofing repair services in Glasgow? Cathcart Roofing offers new slate, tile,flat roofs installations, and maintenance solutions. Our experienced team ensures quality workmanship and great work ethic!. Contact us now for all your roofing needs in Glasgow.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
265 Cambuslang Rd, Cambuslang, Glasgow G72 7DB
Essence Roofing & Building Services Ltd bring a wealth of experience from all aspects of the building industry. It is our aim to provide outstanding customer service and exceptional work at an affordable price. Based in Rutherglen, Glasgow. We cover all surrounding areas and are more than happy to accept projects a…
23 Wheatley Loan, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 1JE
For roofing In Glasgow, Glasgow Roofing, based in Bishopbriggs have 34 years' experience in the roofing trade, much of our work comes from word-of-mouth referrals or repeat customers. Whether you need one slate or tile replaced, or the entire roof, Glasgow Roofing Contractors is at your service. We tailor our genera…
315 Clarkston Rd, Muirend, Glasgow G44 3EJ
J.Shearer Roofing Ltd is a roofing service operating in Glasgow. They hold a 4.9★ Google rating from 134 reviews, securing them a place in our top 5 for Glasgow.
102 Crowhill Rd, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 1RP
Family run roofing business covering central Scotland. We specialise in solving flat roofs and Asbestos roofs on both residential and commercial properties. We are experts in our line of business from complex projects to repairs on all types of roofs, garages and extensions, only by using quality products by our ful…
A roofer handles slates, tiles, flat-roof coverings, leadwork around chimneys and dormers, guttering, downpipes, fascias and soffits. They fix leaks, replace damaged sections, and overhaul whole roofs.
Common jobs: Missing or cracked slates / tiles; Leak after storm; Flat-roof failure; Chimney leadwork; Gutter / fascia replacement; Full reroof.
The Glasgow angle. Glasgow-specific quirks: water supply from Loch Katrine is relatively soft (less limescale, faster boiler degradation in different ways), high-rise plumbing and electrical jobs are common, and the post-war estate housing has its own renovation realities that the city's trade pool is well-versed in.
Clearing leaves from accessible gutters is fine. Anything that involves climbing on the roof itself is genuinely dangerous — falls from height are the single biggest cause of trade-job injuries. Hire someone with the access kit.
If you're not sure where the line is, the hiring guide walks through what to ask, how to vet quotes, and when to walk away.
UK averages for Q1 2026. Sourced from Checkatrade and industry-body data. Scottish prices typically run close to UK average — BCIS reports Scottish construction input costs +5% YoY in 2026. Actual prices vary by job complexity, materials and local supply/demand. Always get a written quote.
Standard callout: Most charge by the job rather than per call-out; small jobs from c. £150.
Day rate for bigger jobs: £280–£360.
Typical job costs:
| Job | Typical Scottish range |
|---|---|
| Replace a few slates | £110–£160 per m² area worked |
| Gutter clean & repair | £50–£300 |
| Flat-roof recover (small) | £2,800–£7,500 (c. £75/m²) |
| Full reroof (3-bed terrace) | £4,000–£19,000 (avg c. £8,000) |
Registrations to look for: NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors); Trustmark; CompetentRoofer.
We assess every roofer operating in Glasgow against a 4.5★+ minimum customer rating, then sort by a composite of average rating and review volume. Top 5 only — no paid placements, no sponsorship. Refreshed every quarter.
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