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At Trust Roofing Services, we specialise in pitched roof construction across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. We are a family-run roofing contractor based in Hucknall, and we have been building, replacing and repairing pitched roofs on homes and commercial properties across the region for over 15 years.
Whether you need a brand-new roof on an extension, a full re-roof on a period terrace, or a flat-to-pitched conversion on a garage, our team handles every stage from the first timber to the final tile.
We are fully insured and offer a free drone roof survey before any work begins.
Call us today on 0115-647-3275 for your FREE, no-obligation drone roof survey and quote.
Cut Roof, Trussed Roof or Full Re-Cover — What's Included on Site
- New pitched roof construction over extensions, garages and outbuildings
- Full re-roofs: strip-out of the old covering, new felt/membrane and battens, re-covered in tile, slate or clay
- Cut roof (rafter-built on site) and factory-made trussed roof construction, chosen to suit the property
- Structural roof carpentry — rafters, purlins, ridge boards, wall plates and hip rafters
- Covering installation in concrete tile, clay tile, natural slate, fibre cement slate or reconstituted slate
- Breather membrane, battens and insulation fitted at rafter level
- Lead flashing around chimneys, valleys, dormers and abutment walls
- Ridge and hip tile bedding and pointing
- Ridge and eaves ventilation detailing to current building regulations
- Guttering and fascia tie-in where the roofline is changed or extended
Not Included / Costed Separately
- Scaffolding — priced and itemised as its own line on the written quote
- Skip hire and removal of waste from site
- Planning permission and building control application fees
- Internal plastering, decoration or ceiling repair below the roof once the work is finished
- Structural engineer's calculations, where these are needed for larger extensions or dormers
- Loft conversion fit-out — flooring, staircases and internal partition walls
- Solar panel supply and installation
- Listed building consent applications for properties in conservation areas
Tile, Slate or Clay — What Actually Drives Your Roof Price
A full pitched roof re-cover on a typical Nottingham semi or terrace usually falls somewhere between £5,000 and £12,000, with the final figure driven by roof size, pitch, access and the covering you choose — concrete interlocking tile sits at the lower end of that range, while natural slate and clay tile sit toward the top. A new pitched roof built over an extension or garage is generally priced by the square metre once the drone survey has measured the actual roof area and pitch.
These numbers are a starting point rather than a quote — every job is priced from a site visit or drone survey, and you're given a written, itemised breakdown before any work is booked in, so there's nothing added to the bill later that wasn't agreed upfront.
Roofing Materials Compared — Pitch, Cost and Best Use Across Nottingham
| Material | Minimum Pitch | Best Use in Nottingham |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete Interlocking Tiles | 15°–17.5° | Re-roofing post-war semis in Clifton, Bestwood and Bulwell, matching the original profile |
| Clay Roof Tiles | 35° | Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Arnold, Carlton, Hyson Green and Radford |
| Natural Slate | 20°–25° | Larger detached homes, heritage projects and conservation areas such as The Park Estate |
| Fibre Cement Slate | 15°–20° | Loft conversions and extensions wanting a slate finish without natural material cost |
| Artificial / Reconstituted Slate | 15°–20° (check spec) | Lightweight, low-maintenance covering for modern extensions |
The Judgement Call Behind Every Roof We Build
Deciding whether a roof gets built as a site-cut roof or a factory-made trussed roof isn't a box-ticking exercise — it comes down to the rafter spans involved, whether the loft might get converted one day, and whether the shape is regular enough for standard trusses to work at all. That judgement is made on site by the roofer who's actually measured your rafters, not signed off from a drawing board miles away.
Trust Roofing Services is a family-run team working out of 40 Harrow Rd in Hucknall, with 15+ years of hands-on carpentry and roofing experience across Nottinghamshire behind that judgement call. Every job starts with a free drone survey flown by a CAA-registered operator, so the existing pitch, rafter layout and timber condition are read from HD footage rather than guessed at from the ground. Our roofers are CSCS certified and trained to IOSH standards, the team works to NFRC roofing standards, and every completed job carries our 10-year workmanship guarantee on top of manufacturer warranties of up to 20+ years on the BBA-approved materials we fit. We're also an approved Firestone EPDM installer, which matters when a project mixes a pitched main roof with a flat-roofed dormer or extension — one team, one quote, no handing the job between contractors. Quotes are written and itemised before work starts, and we hold public liability and employer's liability insurance as standard, with proof available on request.
Cut Roofs, Trusses and Conservation Rules — What We Find Suburb by Suburb
Sherwood's roof stock is mostly late-Victorian and Edwardian terraces and bay-fronted semis with steep pitches, often 40° or more, built as traditional cut roofs — when we extend or re-roof here we're usually cutting new rafters to match an existing ridge line rather than dropping in a truss, and several streets sit inside a conservation area where raising the ridge height or altering the roof profile needs planning consent before we start. West Bridgford has a similar mix of Edwardian villas near the centre plus 1930s semis further out; loft conversions are a common ask, so where the original roof was built with standard trussed rafters we often re-specify as a cut roof or attic truss so the loft space stays usable afterwards.
Beeston's older terraces close to the town centre tend to have shorter rafter spans that need careful matching when a rear extension goes on, while its interwar semis are more likely to already have a straightforward trussed roof needing only a like-for-like re-cover. Arnold and Carlton are dominated by post-war semis and estates built with standard Fink trusses — fine for the roof as originally designed, but the web of diagonal timbers rules out a loft conversion unless the roof is rebuilt with attic trusses or cut rafters, which is one of the most common conversations we have on site in both areas. Wollaton's mix of 1930s hip-roofed semis and later mono-pitch rear extensions means we're regularly matching a hip roof on the front elevation while building a shallower lean-to at the back, checked against the minimum pitch for whichever tile or slate is specified. Hucknall is our base, and from there we cover Nottingham city and the rest of Nottinghamshire, plus the western edge of Derbyshire including Ilkeston.
Frequently Asked Questions — Pitched Roof Construction in Nottingham
What's the difference between a cut roof and a trussed roof?
A cut roof is built rafter-by-rafter on site from timber cut to fit your specific property, giving more flexibility for loft rooms, dormers or non-standard shapes. A trussed roof uses factory-made triangular trusses lifted into place and fixed on site, which is usually quicker and more cost-effective for straightforward new builds and extensions. We'll recommend whichever suits your roof shape and any future loft plans, based on the drone survey.
Do I need planning permission for a new pitched roof?
Most re-roofs and like-for-like pitched roof replacements fall under permitted development and don't need planning permission. Extensions, dormers, or any change to the roof height or footprint may need permission, and listed buildings or conservation areas have extra restrictions. We'll flag anything that looks like it needs sign-off once we've seen the survey, though the final check with your local planning authority is your responsibility.
How long does a full pitched roof re-cover take?
A typical semi-detached or terraced re-roof usually takes one to two weeks, weather permitting, from scaffold-up to scaffold-down. Larger roofs, roofs with multiple valleys or hips, and natural slate or clay coverings generally take longer than a straightforward concrete tile job.
What roof pitch do I need for tiles versus slate?
Concrete interlocking tiles and fibre cement or reconstituted slate can go as low as 15°, natural slate typically needs at least 20°–25°, and clay tile needs 35° or steeper. If your roof pitch is borderline for the covering you want, we'll confirm the exact figure from the survey before recommending a material.
I'm extending my house — will the new roof match the existing one?
Yes, that's standard practice. The drone survey measures the existing pitch and records the current tile or slate type, and we match the covering and roofline as closely as possible so the extension doesn't look bolted on.
What happens if it rains partway through the job?
The roof is never left open overnight. Felt or breather membrane goes on the same day as any strip-out work, so the structure stays weathertight even if tiling or slating has to pause for weather.
Is scaffolding included in the price?
Scaffolding is itemised as its own line on the written quote rather than folded into the roofing cost, so you can see exactly what it costs separately from the construction work itself.
What guarantee comes with a new pitched roof?
Every completed job carries our 10-year workmanship guarantee, and select materials come with manufacturer warranties of up to 20+ years on top of that. All materials used are BBA approved.
Ready to Get Your Pitched Roof Built or Replaced? Let's Talk.
Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home or business. A failing, ageing, or poorly built roof does not just let in the rain — it costs you money in heat loss, drives up repair bills, and reduces your property's value.
Trust Roofing Services is Nottingham's local, family-run roofing contractor. We have built, replaced, and repaired pitched roofs across Nottinghamshire for over 15 years. We know the housing stock, we understand the local planning requirements, and we take real pride in the quality of every roof we build.
Here is how easy it is to get started:
- Call us on 0115-647-3275 or use our online contact form
- We arrange a FREE drone roof survey at a time that suits you
- You receive a fully itemised, no-obligation written quote — clear, honest, no hidden costs
- We agree a start date and programme and keep you updated throughout
- Your new roof is built to last — with a workmanship guarantee and full building regulations compliance
If you are based in Nottingham, Hucknall, Arnold, Beeston, West Bridgford, Mansfield, or anywhere else across Nottinghamshire — we are your local pitched roof specialists.
Harrow Rd, Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 6JD
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