Roof Slating
Traditional Scottish slate roofing built to last. Ideal for Penicuik's older stone properties around the High Street and Valleyfield area.
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Roofing, Repairs & Guttering in Penicuik
Roofers, Roof Repairs & Guttering in Penicuik
Roof slating, tiling, flat roofing, lead work, roof repairs and guttering across Penicuik and EH26. Family-run, CITB qualified craftsmen with nearly 50 five-star reviews. Free quotes and 24/7 emergency repairs.
CITB Qualified
Fully Insured
24/7 Emergency
Sound familiar? The roof has lost slates in the wind again and I need someone who will actually turn up and fix it properly.
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Penicuik Roofers
Roofing Services Across Penicuik
Penicuik sits on the northern slopes of the Pentland Hills in Midlothian, and its exposed hillside position means properties here face some of the harshest weather in the Lothians. Strong Pentland Hills winds and heavy rainfall take a serious toll on roofs. From older stone properties in the town centre around the High Street and Valleyfield area to 1950s–70s council housing and modern estates, every property type has its own roofing challenges.
The town's paper mill heritage left a legacy of workers' housing in the Valleyfield area, much of it with traditional slate roofs that need careful maintenance. With Penicuik's altitude and exposure, roofs age faster than in sheltered lowland areas. The EH26 postcode area is growing as a commuter town with new developments, but even newer builds need proper roof maintenance given the conditions. We're a short drive from our Balerno base and know Penicuik's housing stock well.
Local Penicuik Knowledge
We know Penicuik's housing stock — from Valleyfield stone builds to modern estates
Fast Response Times
Based in Balerno, we reach Penicuik quickly via the A702
4.9★ Google Rating
Nearly 50 five-star reviews from customers across the Lothians
All Roof Types
Slate, tile, flat, lead — every roof type Penicuik properties need
Roofing Penicuik's Higher Ground
Penicuik sits well above sea level in the Pentland Hills, and that elevation means more wind, more rain, and earlier frosts than central Edinburgh. The town's mix of stone cottages, former paper mill workers' housing, and modern estates around Pomathorn and Bavelaw all see harsher weather than properties just a few miles north.
- Wind exposure: westerly gales arrive at Penicuik with little to slow them
- Snow loading: the higher ground sees more lying snow in worse winters
- Frost damage: older stone properties suffer pointing and slate work damage from freeze-thaw
- Modern estate work: 1960s-90s housing stock around Pomathorn and Bavelaw
Penicuik roofs need a bit more resilience built in - we spec accordingly rather than copying low-altitude jobs.
Our Services
Penicuik Roofing Services
Specialist roofing services for Penicuik homes and businesses, from traditional slate to modern flat roofing.
Roof Tiling
Durable clay and concrete tiles for modern Penicuik homes and new-build estates. 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 Penicuik's older stone buildings and chimney stacks.
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Flat Roofing
Mastic asphalt and felt flat roofing for extensions, dormers and commercial properties across Penicuik.
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Roof Repairs
Repairs for damaged slates, tiles, flat roofs, leadwork and other roofing faults across Penicuik and EH26.
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Guttering & Downpipes
Gutter and downpipe services to help manage rainwater around homes and businesses across Penicuik.
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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 Penicuik.
Which Option?
Repair, Re-Roof or Call Now?
Not every roof problem needs a new roof. Here is how we help Penicuik 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 Penicuik
We provide roofing services across Penicuik and the surrounding towns. Click an area to learn more.
Not listed? Contact us – we may still cover your area.
Roofing services and quotes in Penicuik
Explore our Penicuik roofing services or tell us what your property needs.
FAQ
Common Roofing Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about roofing services in Penicuik.
Complete roofing services including slating, tiling, flat roofing, and lead work. We work on all Penicuik property types from traditional stone builds around the High Street to modern estates and new developments.
Penicuik's hillside position at the edge of the Pentland Hills means properties are exposed to stronger winds and heavier rainfall than sheltered lowland areas. This accelerates wear on slates, tiles, flashings, and flat roofs. Regular maintenance prevents small issues becoming costly repairs.
Yes, we're experienced with the traditional stone properties around Penicuik High Street and in the Valleyfield area. We use appropriate materials — natural slate, lead, lime mortar — to maintain these buildings correctly and sensitively.
Call us or complete the contact form for a free, no-obligation roof survey. We'll inspect your property, identify any issues, and provide a detailed written quote. Penicuik is a short drive from our Balerno base.
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