Roof Slating
Traditional Scottish slate roofing built to last. Ideal for Balerno's period properties from Morningside to the New Town.
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Trusted Roofers in Balerno
Balerno Local Family-Run Roofers EH14
Expert roof slating, tiling, flat roofing and lead work across Balerno. Family-run, CITB qualified craftsmen with nearly 50 five-star reviews. Free quotes, 24/7 emergency repairs.
CITB Qualified
Fully Insured
24/7 Emergency
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Balerno Roofers
Roofing Services Across Balerno
Balerno is a village at the foot of the Pentland Hills in southwest Edinburgh — and it's where Pentland Roofing is based. That means faster response times, no call-out charges, and genuine local knowledge of the area's housing stock. From period stone cottages along Bridge Road and in the village centre to modern developments in Dean Park and Johnsburn, we know every roof type in Balerno inside out.
The village's exposed position at the Pentland Hills foothills means properties take a battering from westerly winds and heavy rainfall. The Water of Leith runs through Balerno too, and properties near the river can experience increased dampness. We also cover nearby Currie, Juniper Green, and Colinton — all within minutes of our EH14 base.
Our Home Base
Pentland Roofing is based right here in Balerno — the fastest response times in the area
Same-Day Service
Being local means we can often attend urgent jobs in Balerno the same day
4.9★ Google Rating
Nearly 50 five-star reviews from local homeowners
Conservation Experienced
Skilled with older stone properties, matching original materials and maintaining village character
Roofing for Balerno's Mix of Old and New
Balerno sits at the foot of the Pentland Hills, where the housing stock ranges from 19th-century stone cottages along Bridge Road and Main Street to modern estates around Dean Park, Johnsburn, and Cockburn Crescent. As Pentland Roofing's home village, we know every type of roof here.
- Stone cottage slate roofs: matching original Scotch slate, traditional lap work, preserving village character
- Modern concrete tile roofs: common on newer estates, with breathable underfelt and ventilation issues as they age
- Pentland weather exposure: westerly winds and driving rain take a heavier toll here than in central Edinburgh
- Dormer conversions: a popular Balerno upgrade for adding usable attic space
Being EH14-based means we respond faster in Balerno than anywhere else, often the same day for urgent work.
Our Services
Balerno Roofing Services
Specialist roofing services for Balerno homes and businesses, from traditional slate to modern flat roofing.
Roof Tiling
Durable clay and concrete tiles for modern Balerno homes. Wide range of styles and colours to match your property.
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Lead Work
Specialist lead flashings, valleys and flat roof coverings. Essential for Balerno's older buildings and chimney stacks.
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Flat Roofing
Mastic asphalt and felt flat roofing for extensions, dormers and commercial properties across Balerno.
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Testimonials
What Customers Say About Our Work
Independent reviews from Google, Trusted Trader Scotland and Checkatrade.
"I've been using Pentland Roofing for several years now and always find them professional, courteous, reliable and great value. I can highly recommend them"Calum Pretsell
★★★★★
"Pentland Roofing provided a friendly and efficient service from start to finish. Ross and Dean were excellent with their communication throughout. Likewise, the workforce for our roof replacement were friendly, polite and good at their job. Top marks to all involved."
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AndrewTrusted Trader
★★★★★
"Pentland Roofing Ltd stripped and re-slated my whole roof. The roof was a complex mix of angles, valleys and pitch which the team handled very professionally. All are skilled craftsmen and a very pleasant crew to work with. The quote for the work was returned promptly and was very fair. The work was completed in a timely manner and the site was left neat and tidy. Dean and Ross and their team at Pentland Roofing are a wonderful company and I would happily recommend them to anyone wanting quality roof works done."
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Verified ReviewerCheckatrade
★★★★★
"New roof: Pentland Roofing have done an excellent job. They were recommended to me by another roofing company who said job was too big for them. After my initial contact to quote for the job, they arrived on time talked it all through with me and sent through costings very quickly. Work completed much quicker than estimated as team of people working on project and worked right through a very hot spell. Came out on a Sunday to check everything secure when a storm predicted - really impressed with that. Good communication throughout. Highly recommend them if you need roof repairs."
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Our Work
Recent Projects
Completed roofing projects across Edinburgh and Central Scotland. The same team covers Balerno.
Which Option?
Repair, Re-Roof or Call Now?
Not every roof problem needs a new roof. Here is how we help Balerno homeowners decide.
Repair is enough when...
- A handful of slates or tiles have slipped, cracked or blown off
- A single flashing, valley or ridge has failed
- The timbers and sarking underneath are sound
- The rest of the roof still has years left in it
Re-slate or re-roof when...
- Slates are nail-sick and slipping across the whole roof, not just one patch
- You are paying for repairs every winter
- There is widespread rot in the sarking or timbers
- The roof is at end of life and you want it done once, properly
Call now (urgent) when...
- Water is coming into the property
- Storm damage has left slates, tiles or lead loose above a street or garden
- A chimney, ridge or section of roof looks unstable
- You need it made safe and weathertight today
Us vs a cheap patch job. A quick patch with sealant or a couple of slates pushed back in can stop a drip for a season. It rarely fixes the cause. We survey the whole roof first, tell you honestly whether a repair will hold or whether you are better spending the money on a proper strip and re-slate, and put it all in writing. If a repair is the right answer, that is what we quote for.
Coverage
Areas We Cover From Balerno
We provide roofing services across Balerno and the surrounding towns. Click an area to learn more.
Edinburgh
Dalkeith
Bonnyrigg
Penicuik
Musselburgh
South Queensferry
Livingston
Linlithgow
Bathgate
Currie
Juniper Green
Colinton
Leith
Fife
North Berwick
East Lothian
Prestonpans
Portobello
Dunbar
Central Scotland
Not listed? Contact us – we may still cover your area.
Also need roof repairs or guttering in Balerno?
We offer specialist services beyond general roofing.
FAQ
Common Roofing Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about roofing services in Balerno.
We're based right here in Balerno, so you get the fastest response times in the area. We know the local housing stock inside out, from Dean Park modern builds to Bridge Road stone cottages. No call-out charges locally.
The Pentland Hills exposure means properties face harsh westerly winds and heavy rain. We regularly repair wind-lifted slates, damaged ridge tiles, and deteriorating lead work on older village properties. Modern estates in Johnsburn and Dean Park often need flat roof maintenance.
Absolutely. Many properties along Bridge Road and in the village centre are traditional stone builds with slate roofs. We're experienced with conservation-sensitive work, matching original materials and maintaining the character of these properties.
As we're based in Balerno, we can often attend the same day for urgent work. For planned projects, we typically start within 1–2 weeks. We also cover nearby Currie, Juniper Green, and Colinton within minutes.
Get in Touch
Request Your Free Quote
Fill out the form and Dean or Ross will call you back within 24 hours to arrange a free, no-obligation survey. Alternatively, contact us directly:
- We agree a time and come out to look at the roof in person
- You get straight advice on the spot: repair, replace or leave it alone
- A written quote follows, with no pressure to go ahead
Phone0131 574 0194
Emailinfo@pentlandroofing.co.uk
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Address561, A Lanark Road, Edinburgh EH14 5DE
Emergency Call OutsOut of Hours Only