— Roofing Cork —
Residential re-roofing, commercial roofing, flat roofs, roof repairs, emergency call-outs and roof inspections in Blackrock, Cork. Free survey. 10-year written guarantee.
⚡ Emergency within 4 hrs
Recommended Roofing provide residential and commercial roofing services across Blackrock, Cork. Our local team is directly employed — no subcontractors — and works to one standard on every job, from a single-slate repair to a full roof replacement.
Every Blackrock project starts with a free on-site survey by a qualified roofer. You receive a written, fixed-price quote within 48 hours. Our 10-year written workmanship guarantee is backed by €6.5 million public liability insurance and CIRI registration — verifiable at ciri.ie.
For emergencies in Blackrock, call 021 2040925 — staffed 24/7. Response within 4 hrs.
Blackrock is a mature suburb running from the Lee estuary up to the higher ground overlooking the harbour. Victorian and Edwardian detached and semi-detached homes sit alongside 1940s and 1950s local authority housing and later private development. The older stock has natural slate with multiple chimney stacks; the mid-century and later homes have concrete tile.
Blackrock's Victorian and Edwardian stock needs chimney stack maintenance, ridge repointing, and lead valley repairs on the natural slate properties. The mid-century Corporation housing is driving full re-roofing enquiries as 70-year-old underlay fails. On harbour-facing elevations, the estuary proximity speeds up salt damage to mortar and lead flashing on the more exposed properties.
When you search for roofers near me in Blackrock, you need a team with a track record in the area — not a national call centre that subcontracts locally. Recommended Roofing's Cork team has direct knowledge of the housing stock, local planning requirements, and typical roofing problems across Blackrock and the surrounding area. Every survey is carried out in person by a qualified roofer, and every quote is written and fixed-price.
Complete re-roofs — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written workmanship guarantee on every project.
Domestic Roof Construction →EPDM, TPO, standing seam and flat roof systems for commercial buildings. Full PSCS capability.
Commercial Roofing →Firestone EPDM and GRP fibreglass for extensions, garages and commercial flat roofs. Firestone Approved Installers.
Flat Roofing Systems →Leaks, slipped slates, storm damage, flashing replacement and ridge work. Same-day response available.
Roof Damage Repair →24/7 emergency call-out for storm-damaged roofs. Weatherproofed on arrival — emergency fee credited against permanent repair.
Roof Repair for Storm & Wind Damage →Pre-purchase surveys and insurance reports. Written condition report within 48 hours of inspection.
Roof Inspection →Indicative ranges. All quotes are free, written and fixed-price after a site survey in Blackrock.
| Service | Price Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Roof Repair | €350–€900 | Same day |
| Roof Leak Investigation & Repair | €400–€2,500 | 1–3 days |
| EPDM Flat Roof (domestic extension) | €2,500–€5,500 | 1–2 days |
| Concrete Tile Re-Roof | €8,000–€18,000 | 4–10 days |
| Natural Slate Re-Roof | €12,000–€28,000 | 5–14 days |
| Emergency Call-Out | €150 (credited vs repair) | Within 4 hrs |
Slipped slates, cracked tiles, leaks and failed flashings repaired in Blackrock. Same-day response available.
Roof Repair Blackrock →New roof installation in Blackrock — natural slate, concrete tile, and fibre cement. 10-year written guarantee.
Roof Installation Blackrock →Firestone EPDM and GRP flat roof waterproofing for extensions and garages in Blackrock. Cold-applied, no naked flame.
Flat Roof Waterproofing Blackrock →Chimney repointing, flaunching, flashing replacement and pot repairs in Blackrock. Fully insured chimney specialists.
Chimney Repair & Restoration Blackrock →Written chimney condition reports in Blackrock — stack, haunching, pots, lead flashing and internal breast assessed.
Chimney Inspections Blackrock →Leaking joints, sagging gutters, blocked downpipes and broken brackets repaired in Blackrock. All gutter profiles carried.
Gutter Repairs Blackrock →New gutter installation in Blackrock — uPVC, cast iron, and aluminium. Correct fall, sealed joints, 10-year fittings guarantee.
Rain Gutter Installation Blackrock →Velux and fixed skylight repairs in Blackrock — failed seals, cracked glazing, flashing failures and condensation issues resolved.
Skylight Repair Blackrock →Velux and fixed skylight supply and installation in Blackrock. Flashed to manufacturer spec with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Skylight Installation Blackrock →Loft and attic ventilation surveys and installation in Blackrock — ridge vents, soffit vents, and tile vents to prevent condensation damage.
Loft Ventilation Blackrock →Correct attic ventilation is critical in Blackrock's climate. We install ridge, tile, and soffit vents to current building regulation requirements.
Attic Venting Installation Blackrock →Pre-purchase and insurance roof surveys in Blackrock — written condition report within 48 hours. CIRI-registered inspectors.
Roof Inspection Blackrock →Yes — Recommended Roofing operate a dedicated Cork team that covers Blackrock and the surrounding area. We carry out free on-site surveys in Blackrock, typically within 2–3 working days, with a written fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
A full concrete tile re-roof in Blackrock typically costs €8,000–€18,000 depending on roof size and complexity. Natural slate re-roofing ranges from €12,000–€28,000. All prices include removal of the old covering, new breathable underlay, counter-battens, battens, and the new tile or slate. We provide written, fixed-price quotes — no surprises on completion.
For emergency call-outs in Blackrock, we aim to respond within 4 hrs. Our emergency line is staffed 24/7 — call 021 2040925. On arrival we weatherproof the affected area immediately. The €150 emergency call-out fee is credited against the cost of any permanent repair.
Yes. Every job starts with a free on-site survey by a qualified roofer — not a sales representative. We assess the full condition of the roof, identify any underlying issues, and provide a written condition report alongside a fixed-price quote. No charge, no obligation.
We provide a 10-year written workmanship guarantee on all new roofs and major repairs in Blackrock. The guarantee is issued in writing before work starts, backed by €6.5 million public liability insurance and our CIRI registration — verifiable independently at ciri.ie.
We cover the full range in Blackrock: residential re-roofing (slate and tile), commercial flat roofing (EPDM, TPO, GRP), emergency repairs, chimney repointing, roof inspections and pre-purchase surveys, ridge and hip tile replacement, and dry-ridge system installation. All work is carried out by directly employed roofers — no subcontractors.
Free survey. Written fixed-price quote within 48 hours. 10-year guarantee.
