Roof tile replacement in Exeter
Professional roof tile replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£160
Typical Duration
1.5-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Broken or slipped roof tiles replaced with matching ones. Quick fix to stop leaks before water damage spreads inside.
One Broken Tile = Water Damage
A single broken tile doesn't seem like much. But water finds a way through that gap, runs along the felt (if there is any on older roofs), soaks insulation, ruins ceilings, and causes problems far bigger than the cost of a simple tile replacement.
💡 Pro tip: After storms, check your roof from the ground with binoculars. Catch broken or slipped tiles early and you're looking at a quick cheap fix instead of water damage repair.
Why Quick Replacement Matters
Roof leaks only get worse.
| ✅ Fix It Now | ❌ Leave It |
|---|---|
| One tile, 2 hours, sorted | Multiple tiles damaged by next storm |
| No water damage inside | Soaked insulation, ceiling damage |
| Small bill | Big bill for repairs inside and out |
| Peace of mind | Worrying every time it rains |
What You Get
🔧 Tile Replacement Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Access | Safe setup to get on roof and reach damaged area |
| Assess | Check broken tiles and surrounding area for other issues |
| Replace | Remove broken tiles, fit matching replacements securely |
| Check | Test area is watertight, advise on any other concerns |
📦 You're Left With
- Watertight roof
- Matched replacement tiles
- Report on rest of roof condition
- No more water coming in
Pricing Guide
| Extent of Damage | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single tile or small area | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Several tiles, one area | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Multiple areas or awkward access | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Standard tiles included - unusual tiles quoted separately.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Broken tile visible - storm damage, fallen branch
✅ Leak after wind/rain - tile probably slipped or cracked
✅ Preventative check - noticed damage before it causes problems
✅ After roof work - tiles disturbed by aerial fitters etc
Why Choose Us for Roof tile replacement in Exeter?
Matched to your existing tiles
Stops leaks before damage spreads
Check surrounding tiles while up there
Quick repair, minimal disruption
What to Expect
Step 1: Safe Access & Find Problem
I get up on the roof safely and locate the broken or slipped tiles. Sometimes it's obvious, sometimes you need to look carefully.
Step 2: Check Surrounding Area
While I'm up there, I check nearby tiles for cracks or movement. Better to know now than find out in the next storm.
Step 3: Replace & Make Good
Broken tiles come out, replacements go in securely. I check the repair is watertight and let you know if anything else needs attention.
🔧 DIY Tips
Roof work is dangerous - think very carefully before attempting:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- SAFE roof access (absolute priority)
- Replacement tiles (exact match)
- Slate ripper or tile lifter
- Roofing nails or clips
- Trowel for mortar (if verge tiles)
- Someone watching from ground
🪜 Safety critical
- Never go on roofs alone
- Proper ladder setup - secure, right angle, extending above roof
- Use roof ladder or crawling boards on the slope
- Don't work in wet, windy, or icy conditions
- Wear soft-soled boots for grip
- One wrong step and you're in hospital (or worse)
🔨 Tile replacement basics
- Lift tiles above damaged one to access it
- Broken tile slides down and out
- Check felt/battens underneath aren't damaged
- New tile slides up into position
- Secure with nail or clip depending on type
- Lower surrounding tiles back into place
- Check everything sits flat and interlocked
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Inadequate or dangerous access setup
- Breaking more tiles while accessing damaged ones
- Wrong size/type replacement tile
- Not securing new tile properly
- Missing damage to felt or battens underneath
- Going on roof in dangerous conditions
💡 Pro trick: Take a photo of the tile profile from close up before you buy replacements. Tiles that look similar from ground level can have different profiles that don't interlock properly. Merchants can match from a good photo.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Old Exeter house with original tiles? Victorian clay tiles can often be matched from reclaimed stock. I know where to source them. Sometimes cheaper than you'd think.
Can't find exact match? If your tiles are discontinued or very unusual, sometimes we can source similar tiles and relay a section so the patch isn't obvious. I'll advise on the best approach.
Felt damage underneath? If the felt or battens are damaged too, that's a bigger job than just tile replacement. I'll let you know what's needed and whether it's urgent or can wait.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if a roof tile is broken or just slipped?
Broken tiles have visible cracks or pieces missing. Slipped tiles have just moved out of position - you might see the nail holes. Both let water in, but slipped tiles can often just be repositioned rather than replaced.
Can you match my existing roof tiles?
Usually yes for standard concrete or clay tiles. Old or unusual tiles can be trickier - sometimes I need to source reclaimed ones. I'll let you know if matching is a problem and what the options are.
Will you replace just the broken tiles or do more need doing?
I replace what's broken and check the surrounding area while I'm up there. If other tiles are cracked or loose, I'll point them out - you can decide whether to do them now or leave them for later.
How long does tile replacement take?
A few broken tiles typically takes 1.5-2 hours including safe access setup. More extensive damage takes longer. I'll give you an estimate once I've seen it.
What if it's leaking and I can't find the broken tile?
That's common - water gets in one place and appears somewhere else inside. I'll investigate to find the actual problem, then fix it. Might be tiles, might be flashing, might be something else.
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