Recommended Roofing - Ireland's Trusted Roofers
Serving homeowners and businesses Nationally across Dublin, Cork, Limerick, & Galway
About Recommended Roofing
Recommended Roofing is a national roofing contractor serving residential and commercial properties across Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway. Founded in 2019, we are CIRI registered, carry €6.5 million public liability insurance (VAT: IE04393055LH), and have completed roofing projects for over 2,000 clients across Ireland — including institutional contracts for Bank of Ireland and Clare County Council.
What sets us apart is the combination of directly employed, fully certified crews (SOLAS Safe Pass, Manual Handling and Working at Heights), premium materials from Tegral, Marley and Firestone specified for performance in Ireland's Atlantic climate rather than supplier margin, transparent fixed-price quoting with no hidden extras, and a 10-year written workmanship guarantee on every project we complete. Free no-obligation site surveys are available nationally — typically within 48 hours.
Our Story — How Recommended Roofing Was Built
Recommended Roofing was established in March 2019 with a straightforward purpose: to provide Irish homeowners and businesses with a roofing contractor they could trust — one that arrived when promised, communicated honestly about costs and timelines, and stood fully behind its work. In the years since, that founding principle has shaped every decision we’ve made, from the materials we specify to the crew members we hire.
We began with a team focused on Cork city and its suburbs — Ballincollig, Douglas, Midleton, Montenotte and the Victorian terraces of Sunday’s Well. Within the first 18 months of trading, referrals from satisfied clients and institutional roofing contracts with Bank of Ireland brought us into Limerick, then west into Galway, and from there into Dublin and the wider commuter belt. Today in 2026, we operate with dedicated crews across all four cities, maintaining the same standard of workmanship whether we’re repairing a ridge tile in Dooradoyle, replacing a chimney flashing in Salthill, or installing a full natural slate system on a protected structure in South Dublin.
Our growth from a Cork-focused start-up into a national operation serving Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway was built on three things: verified credentials that give clients genuine assurance, premium materials from manufacturers like Tegral and Firestone that we specify on their merits rather than margin, and a 10-year written guarantee that puts real commitment behind every project we complete.
Founded in Cork
Recommended Roofing established in March 2019. Initial focus on residential roofing across Cork city and county — Douglas, Ballincollig, Midleton, Carrigaline and surrounding areas.
First Institutional Contracts
Secured roofing maintenance and repair contracts with Bank of Ireland for branch properties in Cork and Limerick — a milestone that established our commercial credentials and expanded our geographic footprint into Limerick city and county.
Galway Expansion & CIRI Registration
Registered with the Construction Industry Register Ireland (CIRI), formalising our compliance with Irish industry standards. Began serving Galway — Galway City, Salthill, Oranmore, Knocknacarra and the wider county — bringing the same standards west across Connacht.
Clare County Council Contract
Awarded roofing contracts for Clare County Council public buildings, requiring compliance with public sector procurement standards, enhanced HSA safety protocols and auditable project documentation.
National Coverage — 2,000+ Projects
Extended operations into Dublin and South Dublin. Passed the 2,000-project milestone across Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway, maintaining a 4.9-star Google rating across 200+ verified reviews throughout 2024, 2025 and into 2026.
Our Credentials & Compliance — Verifiable Proof of Professionalism
Every roofing contractor in Ireland claims to be professional. Recommended Roofing can prove it. Every credential listed below is independently verifiable — we encourage clients to check registration numbers, request insurance certificates and confirm CIRI status directly before appointing us.
Why this matters: An unregistered roofing contractor with no verifiable insurance cannot provide you with the Building Control documentation you need for mortgage drawdowns, property sales or insurance claims. Our full compliance suite means you’re protected at every stage — during the work, after completion, and when you come to sell.
| Credential | Details | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| VAT Registration | IE04393055LH — Revenue Ireland | Verify at revenue.ie |
| Public Liability Insurance | €6.5 Million — certificates available on request | Certificate provided on request |
| Employer Liability Insurance | €13 Million — workforce protection throughout all works | Certificate provided on request |
| Professional Indemnity | Additional cover for professional advice and specifications | Certificate provided on request |
| CIRI Registration | Construction Industry Register Ireland — industry standard compliance | Search at ciri.ie |
| Safe Pass (SOLAS) | All crew — current certifications held on site | SOLAS certified |
| Manual Handling | All crew — Health & Safety Authority compliant | HSA compliant |
| Working at Heights | All crew — Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regs | SHWW Act compliant |
| Workmanship Guarantee | 10-year written guarantee — all installation and repair work | Provided in writing pre-contract |
CIRI Registered
Construction Industry Register Ireland — verifiable at ciri.ie
€6.5M Insured
Public Liability Insurance — certificates on request
VAT Registered
IE04393055LH — Revenue Ireland verified
Safe Pass (SOLAS)
All crew certified — current cards held on site
Working at Heights
SHWW Regs compliant — all crew trained
10-Year Guarantee
Written workmanship guarantee — every project
Meet our team
Meet Some of Our Team.
Patrick Foley
Founder
Raimond
Roofing Director
Who We Work With — Heritage Clients & Authority Associations
The strongest measure of a roofing contractor’s professionalism is not what they say about themselves — it’s which organisations trust them with their most critical assets. Recommended Roofing has delivered roofing contracts for some of Ireland’s most recognisable institutions nationwide, each of which applies demanding procurement standards, rigorous safety requirements and ongoing quality audits.
Bank of Ireland
Ongoing roofing maintenance, repair and emergency response for Bank of Ireland branch properties nationally. Work includes slate repair, lead flashing replacement, flat roof maintenance and storm damage call-outs — completed to financial sector property management specifications with full insurance documentation and HSA-compliant site management throughout.
Clare County Council
Roofing services for council-owned public buildings under public sector procurement standards. Contracts require auditable project documentation, current Safety Statement compliance, Enhanced DBS-equivalent vetting, and completion certificates meeting Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014 requirements. Council contracts demand the highest level of contractor accountability and reporting.
2,000+ Residential Clients
Since 2019, over 2,000 homeowners across Ireland have trusted Recommended Roofing with their most valuable asset. Clients include period property owners in Montenotte and Sunday’s Well requiring conservation-appropriate natural slate, modern estate homeowners across Douglas, Dundrum, Dooradoyle and Knocknacarra, and coastal property owners near Kinsale, Crosshaven, Salthill and Galway Bay.
Tiled Conservatory Roof Replacement
Recommended Roofing works closely with local community organisations, schools, and childcare facilities across Ireland to ensure their buildings are safe, weathertight, and properly maintained year-round. From primary schools and creches to community halls and voluntary groups like Cappa Creche, we understand the importance of minimising disruption while delivering high-quality roofing solutions
Working alongside organisations of this calibre demands standards that exceed those of typical residential contracting. The experience gained through Bank of Ireland and Clare County Council contracts — in documentation, compliance, site management and professional accountability — directly benefits every residential client we serve near you across Ireland in 2026.
Our Team & Certifications — The People Behind Every Roof
Every roof we deliver is only as good as the crew that builds it. Recommended Roofing employs experienced roofing tradespeople who have worked through Ireland’s full range of architectural challenges — Victorian slate in Cork city, Atlantic coastal exposure in Galway, Georgian heritage properties in Limerick’s historic quarter, and modern flat roofing across commercial Dublin. All crew members are directly employed (not subcontracted), hold current SOLAS Safe Pass certification, Manual Handling certification and Working at Heights training, and operate under a written site-specific Safety Statement on every project.
Lead Roofing Crew
Repair Specialists
Heritage & Conservation
Flat Roofing Team
We do not use untrained labour, zero-hours agency workers or informal cash-in-hand crews. Every individual working on your property is directly employed by Recommended Roofing, covered by our €13 million Employer Liability Insurance, and operating under our written Health & Safety management system — which is fully aligned with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 as amended.
Our Supplier Partnerships — Why We Use Premium Materials
The materials we specify are chosen for performance in Ireland’s Atlantic climate — not for price margin or supplier convenience. Cork, Galway and Dublin’s exposed coastal zones receive dramatically accelerated weathering from salt-laden Atlantic air. Limerick’s inland weather patterns bring heavy rainfall combined with frost heave. We have selected our core supply chain based on long-term performance data from completed projects across all four counties, specifying to the structural exposure category of each individual site.
Tegral — Natural & Fibre Cement Slate
T2-S rated slates for severe exposure zones, including coastal Galway, West Cork and exposed Dublin headlands. Tegral’s fibre cement range provides authentic slate aesthetics with enhanced resistance to frost, algae and Atlantic wind uplift. Specified at 25mm minimum headlap in severe exposure areas.
Marley — Concrete Roof Tiles
Marley Edgemere and Redland systems specified for modern residential properties across Cork and Limerick. Concrete tiles provide thermal mass, outstanding wind uplift resistance to 220 km/h when mechanically fixed, and a 30+ year guaranteed lifespan. We install with breathable underlay as standard — a requirement under Irish building regulations Part L (Conservation of Fuel and Energy).
Firestone — EPDM Flat Roofing
Firestone EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber membrane is our primary flat roofing specification for domestic extensions and commercial low-pitch applications. Single-ply installation eliminates seam failure risk, and Firestone’s 25-year manufacturer warranty is backed by an active UK and Irish supply chain. We are Firestone Approved Installers.
GRP Fibreglass Systems
Glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) flat roofing specified where a rigid, seamless deck is required — dormer extensions, balcony roofs, bay window tops and bespoke commercial applications. GRP provides exceptional resistance to thermal movement, pedestrian traffic loading, and standing water. Installed with 40mm mineral wool insulation to meet current Part L thermal standards.
Lead (Code 4 & Code 5)
Traditional milled lead sheet — Code 4 (1.80mm) for soakers, step flashings and valley liners; Code 5 (2.24mm) for chimney flashings and parapet capping — remains the benchmark flashing material for heritage and conservation properties. Lead’s natural patina, thermal expansion capacity and 60+ year lifespan make it the only appropriate specification for Victorian, Edwardian and Georgian properties in Cork and Limerick’s Architectural Conservation Areas.
Breathable Roofing Membrane
Installed under all pitched roof coverings as standard, our breathable underlay specification (minimum Sd value 0.02m) complies with Irish Agrément Board certification and Building Regulations Part F (Ventilation). High vapour permeability prevents condensation build-up in roof voids — a critical issue in older Cork and Limerick properties with inadequate ventilation detailing.
Roofing Contractors Near You — Our Coverage Across Ireland in 2026
Recommended Roofing provides local roofing services near you across Ireland — Cork, Limerick, Galway and South Dublin. If you’re searching for a trusted roofing contractor near you, our teams operate with local knowledge of each city’s property stock, planning environment and climatic exposure. Emergency roofing response is available 24/7 near you throughout our coverage area.
Cork
⚡ Emergency: Within 4 hrs | Survey: Within 48 hrs
Limerick
⚡ Emergency: Within 4 hrs | Survey: Within 48 hrs
Galway
⚡ Emergency: Within 6 hrs | Survey: Within 72 hrs
South Dublin
⚡ Emergency: Within 4 hrs | Survey: Within 48 hrs
Whether you need a roofing company near you in Cork city for a same-week repair, a specialist near you in Galway for west-coast property work, a contractor near you in Limerick for an emergency storm call-out, or a trusted roofer near you in South Dublin for a new installation quote — Recommended Roofing covers you in 2026. Free no-obligation site surveys are available nationally within 48–72 hours.
What Our Clients Say — Google Reviews & Social Proof
Our 4.9-star rating across more than 20 verified Google reviews reflects consistent performance across the full spectrum of roofing work — from minor repairs near you in Castletroy to complete natural slate installations on heritage properties in Cobh and Oranmore. We encourage all potential clients to read our reviews in full on Google Business before making contact.
Our Standards — Irish Building Regulations & Compliance
Whether you need a roofing company near you in Cork city for a same-week repair, a specialist near you in Galway for west-coast property work, a contractor near you in Limerick for an emergency storm call-out, or a trusted roofer near you in South Dublin for a new installation quote — Recommended Roofing covers you in 2026. Free no-obligation site surveys are available nationally within 48–72 hours.
Irish Building Regulations Part D — Materials & Workmanship
All materials are sourced from NSAI-certified suppliers or carry Irish Agrément Board certification. No ungraded or non-compliant materials used on any project.
Part F — Ventilation
All pitched roof works include properly designed ventilation — eaves, ridge or over-fascia depending on tile/slate specification — meeting the 1/300 free area requirement for cold roof construction.
Part L — Conservation of Fuel & Energy
All re-roofing projects include breathable underlay as standard, maintaining or improving the thermal envelope of the building in accordance with current Part L requirements.
SHWW Construction Regulations 2013 (as amended)
Written Safety Statement, site-specific Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) provided for all projects. PSCS appointment available for projects requiring notification to the HSA.
Conservation Area & Protected Structure Compliance
Full familiarity with Cork City ACA, Cork County ACA, Limerick City ACA and Galway County Council conservation area requirements. Planning consultation guidance available prior to specification.
Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014
Completion certificates, BCMS notifications and Assigned Certifier coordination provided for all relevant works — essential for mortgage drawdown, property sale and insurance compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Recommended Roofing
Recommended Roofing has been providing professional roofing services across Ireland since March 2019 — over six years of trading as of 2026. In that time we have completed projects for more than 2,000 residential and commercial clients across Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway, including institutional contracts for Bank of Ireland and Clare County Council.
Yes. We carry €6.5 million Public Liability Insurance and €13 million Employer Liability Insurance, with certificates available on request. We are VAT registered (IE04393055LH), registered with the Construction Industry Register Ireland (CIRI), and all crew hold current Safe Pass, Manual Handling and Working at Heights certifications. We are happy to provide all documentation before any work begins.
Recommended Roofing covers Ireland's four main cities — Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway — and their surrounding counties and commuter belts. This includes Cork City, Douglas, Ballincollig, Midleton, Limerick City, Dooradoyle, Castletroy, Galway City, Salthill, Oranmore, South Dublin, Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Tallaght and all surrounding towns. If you're searching for a roofing contractor near you anywhere in Ireland in 2026, we cover your area. Call to confirm response times.
All installation and repair work is backed by a 10-year written workmanship guarantee provided before contracts are signed. This complements manufacturer warranties — typically 25 to 60 years depending on material — giving comprehensive long-term protection. Insurance-backed guarantee options are available for larger projects and are particularly recommended for major re-roofing investments.
We operate 24/7 emergency call-out nationally across Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway. For Cork, Limerick and South Dublin, emergency response is typically within 4 hours. Galway emergency call-outs are typically within 6 hours. Free quotes for planned work are provided within 48 hours (Cork/Limerick/Dublin) or 72 hours (Galway) of site survey.
Yes. We have completed conservation-area projects across Cork city centre, Montenotte, Sunday's Well, Cobh, Limerick's Georgian Quarter, Galway's medieval quarter and Dublin's Georgian squares. We understand Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) requirements, approved materials lists, and how to coordinate with local authority conservation officers. We use natural Welsh and Spanish slate, Code 4 and Code 5 milled lead, and traditional lime-based bedding mortars where required.
Yes. As a VAT-registered business (IE04393055LH), all projects receive a full VAT invoice meeting Revenue requirements. For projects requiring Building Control notification under BC(A)R 2014, we provide completion certificates, BCMS notifications and all associated compliance documentation — essential for mortgage drawdown, property sale and home insurance records.
Our core specification in 2026 includes Tegral T2-S natural and fibre cement slates for coastal and exposed positions, Marley Edgemere and Redland concrete tile systems for modern residential, Firestone EPDM for flat roofing, GRP fibreglass for extensions and dormers, and Code 4 or Code 5 lead for all flashings and valleys. Every material is specified based on your property's structural exposure rating, architectural character and planning requirements.
Get Your Free Quote Today
Whether you need emergency repairs, complete roof installation, period property restoration, or expert advice, Recommended Roofing provides free, no-obligation quotations across Ireland — including Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway.
Cork
021 2040925
Cork Office
Unit 3D North Point House
North Point Business Park
New Mallow Road, Cork, T23 AT2P
Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm
Dublin
01 265 7795
Dublin Office
South Dublin, Ireland
Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm