Roof Tiling in Birmingham
Choosing a roofer can feel like a bit of a gamble, especially when it comes to something as visible (and as important) as the tiles on your roof. Get the wrong tiles, or the wrong installer, and you're looking at problems for years to come. We're Midlands Roofing, a family-run business that's been fitting and repairing tiled roofs across Birmingham for 18 years. Whether you need a full re-tile, a handful of slipped tiles sorted, or advice on which tile suits your property, our team of 15 experienced roofers (no subcontractors) will give you an honest answer and a proper job. This page covers everything to do with roof tiling in Birmingham, from tile types to repairs, so you know what you're dealing with before you pick up the phone.
18 years
Trading in Birmingham
15
Experienced roofers
Up to
20 years
Workmanship warranty
Fully insured
What our roof tiling service includes
We handle roof tiling as its own trade, separate from the broader structural work underneath (that's covered on our pitched roofing page). Our tiling service covers:
- New tile installations on new builds, extensions and full roof replacements
- Complete re-tiling when an existing roof has come to the end of its life
- Tile repairs, including slipped, cracked, chipped or missing tiles
- Ridge tile repairs and repointing, where the tiles running along the top of the roof have come loose or the mortar has failed
- Hip tile repairs, for the tiles along the sloping edges where two roof planes meet
- Tile matching, sourcing tiles that match your existing roof as closely as possible for patch repairs and extensions
- Advice on tile choice, based on your property, budget and how long you want the roof to last
We work with the two main families of roof tile you'll find across Birmingham: concrete interlocking tiles and clay tiles (plain tiles and pantiles).
Tile choice also affects the weight sitting on your roof structure. Clay tiles are generally lighter per tile than concrete, but this varies by profile and thickness, so if you're re-tiling an older roof, it's worth checking that the existing timbers can take the load of whatever you choose. We factor this into every quote.
Concrete interlocking tiles are the most common choice on modern housing, and for good reason. They're cost-effective, come in a wide range of colours and profiles, and the interlocking design makes them quick to fit and reasonably weathertight. You'll see them on estates and semis right across the city, from Kings Heath to Sutton Coldfield.
Clay tiles, including traditional plain tiles and pantiles, tend to show up on older or period properties, particularly in areas like Moseley, Edgbaston and other Birmingham suburbs with a mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing. Clay holds its colour better over time, has a distinctive look, and generally lasts longer than concrete, but it costs more and the tiles are more brittle to handle. Pantiles have a distinctive S-shaped profile and are often chosen for their character on period homes and extensions designed to match.
Signs you need roof tiling work
Some of these are obvious from the ground, others you'll only spot after a good look (or after we've had a look for you):
- Slipped or missing tiles, often noticeable as gaps or tiles sitting at odd angles after high winds
- Cracked or chipped tiles, which let water in even if the tile is still mostly in place
- Moss or algae build-up, which isn't always a problem on its own, but can hold moisture against the tile and speed up wear
- Sagging or uneven roof lines, which can point to tile weight or fixing issues that need checking properly
- Loose or crumbling ridge and hip tiles, usually caused by failing mortar (known as bedding and pointing) rather than the tiles themselves
- Tiles that look faded, porous or flaking, particularly on older concrete tiles nearing the end of their life
- Water staining in the loft, which often traces back to a tile that's slipped or cracked somewhere above
If you've spotted any of these, it's worth getting it looked at sooner rather than later. A few missing tiles is a quick fix. Left alone, that same problem can lead to damp timbers and a much bigger job.
Our process for roof tiling in Birmingham
Free survey and quote.
We come out, take a proper look at your existing roof or new project, and talk you through what we find. No pressure, no jargon, just an honest quote.
Tile selection.
If it's a new installation or full re-tile, we'll talk through concrete versus clay options, colours and profiles, and what suits both your budget and your property.
Structural check.
For re-tiling jobs, especially on older properties, we check the roof timbers can safely carry the tiles you've chosen before any work starts.
The work itself.
Our own team fits or repairs the tiles, including ridge and hip work, to current industry and safety standards. We don't use subcontractors, so the people quoting the job are the people doing it.
Clear-up and check-over.
We clear away debris and old materials, then run through the finished roof with you before we leave.
If it's an emergency, such as tiles coming off in a storm, we offer same-day callouts outside our normal hours of 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
Why choose Midlands Roofing for roof tiling in Birmingham
We've been doing this for 18 years as a family business, and our reputation in Birmingham matters to us because we live here too. That means turning up when we say we will, doing the job properly the first time, and treating every customer the way we'd want to be treated ourselves.
Our team of 15 roofers has handled everything from small ridge tile repairs to full re-tiles on both concrete and clay roofs, so whatever's on your roof, we've almost certainly worked on the same tile type before. We're fully insured, and all our tiling work comes with a workmanship warranty of up to 20 years, depending on the material and scope of the job.
We'd also rather tell you the truth than sell you a bigger job. If your roof only needs a handful of tiles replacing rather than a full re-tile, we'll say so. That's just how we'd want to be treated if it was our own roof.
What affects the cost of roof tiling
We don't quote fixed prices on a web page, because tiling costs genuinely vary from roof to roof. The main factors are:
- Tile type, with concrete generally more budget-friendly and clay tiles costing more due to material and handling
- Roof size and pitch, since a bigger or steeper roof takes more time and materials
- Scope of work, whether it's a few replacement tiles, a ridge repair, or a full re-tile
- Access, including scaffolding needs for taller properties or awkward sites
- Condition of the roof structure underneath, since any timber repairs needed will add to the job
- Matching requirements, as sourcing an exact match for older clay tiles can take more time than standard concrete stock
The only way to get an accurate figure is a free, no-obligation quote, which is exactly what we offer.
Areas We Cover
As well as roof tiling across Birmingham, we cover the wider West Midlands, including Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, West Bromwich, Walsall, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Halesowen, Stourbridge and Wednesbury. Wherever you are in the area, our team can usually get to you quickly, with same-day emergency callouts available when you need us most.
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FAQs
Usually, yes. We'll do our best to source a close match for existing clay plain tiles or pantiles, though exact matches can be harder to find on older properties where the original tile is no longer manufactured. We'll always talk you through the closest options before doing any work.
It depends on the specific tile and profile, but generally clay tiles are lighter per tile than concrete. If you're re-tiling an older roof structure, we check the timbers can handle the load of whatever tile you choose, particularly if you're switching tile types.
Concrete tiles typically have a shorter lifespan than clay, though both can last many decades with proper care. Age isn't the only factor either, as exposure, pitch and maintenance all play a part. That's why we assess the actual condition of your roof rather than going by age alone.
Yes, it's worth sorting quickly. Even one or two missing tiles can let water into the roof structure, and problems like this tend to get worse in wet or windy weather. If it's outside our normal hours, we offer same-day emergency callouts.
Plain tiles are small, flat, rectangular clay tiles laid in overlapping rows, traditionally seen on older Birmingham properties. Pantiles have a distinctive S-shaped curve, giving a different look and requiring fewer tiles per square metre. Both are clay-based but suit slightly different styles of property.
Yes. Loose ridge or hip tiles are often down to failing mortar (bedding and pointing) rather than the tiles themselves, and this can usually be repaired without needing to re-tile the whole roof.
Whether it's a full re-tile, a repair to a few slipped tiles, or advice on which tile suits your property, we're happy to help. Call us now on 07735 424741 or get in touch for an emergency callout, and get a free quote for your roof tiling in Birmingham.
9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. Same day response when your roof needs urgent attention.