What affects the cost?
Roofers often quote fixed prices for defined repairs, but day and hourly rates are useful for comparing labour assumptions and smaller jobs.
- Region
- Roof pitch and height
- Slate, tile or specialist system
- Scaffolding and access
- Urgency
- Job duration
Typical cost breakdown
Regional planning examples
The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.
Sources used for this guide
Tradesperson Costs in 2026: Day & Hourly Rates UK
Published / checked: April 2026
Used for: Bricklayer, carpenter, roofer, tiler, kitchen fitter, labourer and landscaper rate benchmarks
Frequently asked questions
What is a roofer day rate?
A current UK planning range is around £280–£360 per day.
Do roofers charge hourly?
They can, especially for smaller or uncertain work. Current UK hourly guidance is around £35–£45.
Related costs
Roof replacement
Plan for a UK roof replacement including tiles or slates, membrane, battens, scaffolding and labour.
£4,000–£18,000View guide →Cost guideScaffolding
Typical UK scaffolding hire costs per square metre, by house type and project setup.
£20–£25 per m²View guide →Cost guideBuilder day rate
Typical UK builder day-rate planning ranges and the factors that affect labour pricing.
£180–£350 / dayView guide →