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Roof repairs

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Cazminas Sat 18-Oct-25 17:31:10

Hi, new here, does anyone have experience of having minor roof repairs recently?Namely 1/2 a dozen slate tiles rehung. Have been BADLY scammed 3 wks ago and now don't trust anyone giving quotes!!

Tizliz Sat 18-Oct-25 18:22:37

Do you have a local FB. page where you can ask for recommendations? You can then check how long they have been on FB and read comments on their postings to see if they are reliable.

Cazminas Sat 18-Oct-25 18:49:28

Thankyou great idea 👍

J52 Sat 18-Oct-25 18:55:35

Have you anyone you can ask for personal recommendations?
I belong to a couple of hobby groups that communicate by WhatsApp, when anyone needs a tradesperson we post on the groups. There’s always a good suggestion.

Dempie55 Sat 18-Oct-25 19:25:27

If you have the Next Door app, you can ask for local recommendations. For reference, I lost a slate from my roof in the Spring, cost £60 to have a matching one fitted (original Welsh slate, not a modern tile).

Cazminas Sat 18-Oct-25 19:27:19

Thankyou another good idea👍

Cazminas Sat 18-Oct-25 19:28:06

And another will have a look

NotSpaghetti Sun 19-Oct-25 01:38:30

Do you need scaffolding?
That's the big expense!
If you have the right tiles and an accessible roof you are only paying for a builder's or roofer's time.

I hope you find someone easily.

barmcake Sat 25-Oct-25 10:14:43

I just want to say I hear you and feel your pain. Sending hugs.

Same happened to me last week.

barmcake Mon 27-Oct-25 03:55:32

Cazminas _ I just wanted to check in with you to see how you're doing. It takes time to get back on your feet and I was wondering if you're doing better?

Pardon me for suggesting this, but some builders love an elderly single lady with no support, is that the case? They turn on the charm but all they see is £££.