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Who We Are
Roofing Contractor Market Harborough - Professional Local Roofers
Trusted Local Roofers Covering Market Harborough & the Whole Harborough District
Tate & Sons Roofing keeps roofs watertight right across Market Harborough and the surrounding villages — from a single slipped slate to a full re-roof, a leaning chimney stack to a season's worth of blocked gutters. Whether you've typed "roofers near me", "roof repair Market Harborough" or "emergency roofer Leicestershire" into Google, you've landed in the right place. We're a local, directly employed team who turn up when we say we will, quote in plain English, and stand behind every job long after the scaffold comes down.
- Fully insured
- Free drone roof surveys
- 10-Year workmanship guarantee
- All Materials Are BBA Approved
- Free, no-obligation fixed-price quotes
- All Materials BBA Approved
Ready to See What's Really Up There?
A free drone roof survey gives you photographic proof of your roof's condition in minutes — no ladders, no guesswork, and no obligation to book any work.
What We Do
Roofing Contractor Market Harborough — Complete Roofing Services, Done Properly First Time
Roofing is a broad trade, and we've built genuine depth across all of it rather than dabbling in a bit of everything. Whether your roof is a centuries-old slate on a period cottage inGreat Bowden or a modern flat roof on a commercial unit near the town centre, the principle is the same: find the real cause of the problem, use the right materials, and leave a roof that genuinely lasts. Too many roofing jobs get patched to look fine for a season, then fail the moment the weather turns — we built Tate & Sons to do the opposite.
Because we're hands-on rather than chasing volume, the person who quotes your job is part of the same team that carries it out. No anonymous call centre, no disappearing act once the deposit clears — just people who know your roof and take real pride in the result.
Roof Repairs & Emergency Call-Outs in Market Harborough
Leaks rarely wait for a convenient moment. A leaking roof, a slipped or cracked tile, or storm damage after a Leicestershire gale all need sorting quickly before water reaches the timbers and plaster below. We trace every problem back to its real source — often a tired valley, failed flashing or a split verge — rather than treating the symptom.
- Emergency roof repairs and same-day storm-damage response
- Slipped, cracked and missing tile replacement
- Flat roof repairs — felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass
- Slate, metal and leaking roof repairs
- Ridge tile repairs and re-bedding
- Full roof restorations
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Re-Roofing, New Roofs & Replacements
When a roof reaches the end of its life, patching stops being economical and a replacement becomes the sensible long-term choice. We carry out complete re-roofs, new-build and pitched-roof construction, and garage roof replacements — and we'll always show you the evidence from a drone survey first, so you can decide with the full picture rather than taking our word for it.
- New roof installation and pitched roof construction
- Full roof replacement and re-roofing
- Residential roofing in slate, clay and concrete tile
- Garage roof replacement
- Dry ridge and dry verge upgrades that end cracking mortar
- Solar panel roof preparation
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Flat Roofing, Specialist Systems & Roof Windows
Market Harborough's mix of historic and modern property means no single system fits everything. We fit traditional slate and clay for character homes, modern flat-roof systems such as EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass for extensions and contemporary builds, and detailed lead work where older roofs need it. We also install roof windows and skylights and undertake heritage and listed-building roofing where sympathetic methods matter as much as watertightness.
- EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass flat roofing
- Slate roofs, clay and concrete tiling
- Lead work and lead flashing
- Standing seam and metal roofing
- Roof windows, skylights and rooflights
- Heritage, listed-building and loft-conversion roofing
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Commercial & Industrial Roofing
For business premises, downtime is the real cost — so we plan commercial work around your operation. We deliver commercial and industrial roofing installations and repairs, flat-roof systems, cladding and planned maintenance, from retail units and offices to warehousing across Leicestershire.
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Roof Maintenance & Free Drone Surveys
A little attention at the right time prevents the slow, hidden damage that becomes a major bill. Our free drone roof surveys show you exactly what's happening up there — no guesswork, no scaffolding just to take a look — alongside roof cleaning, moss and algae removal, protective coatings and solar-panel bird proofing.
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Chimney Service Market Harborough — Keeping Your Stack Watertight & Sound
A neglected chimney is one of the most common causes of damp and leaks in older Harborough homes, and the problem usually shows on the ceiling long before anyone looks at the stack. We put it right at the source: full stack repairs and rebuilding, repointing, lead flashing renewal, and pot replacement, plus cowls, caps and bird guards sized correctly for your flue. Spotted staining on a chimney breast or debris in the fireplace? It's worth a look sooner rather than later.
Guttering Service Market Harborough — Protecting the Whole Building
Good rainwater management protects far more than the gutter itself — when water can't run off cleanly it soaks fascias, rots timber and finds its way inside. We install and replace guttering, fascias and soffits, fit complete UPVC roofline systems, restore traditional cast iron guttering on period properties, and supply aluminium and zinc systems where a hard-wearing or characterful finish is needed. Overflowing gutters in heavy rain, sagging runs, or a stained wall below are the early warning signs worth acting on.
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Why Choose Tate & Sons Roofing in Market Harborough?
Directly Employed Local Team — properly trained roofers who live and work in the area, not a rotating cast of subcontractors. The same faces return for follow-up work and remember your property.
Honest, Plain-English Pricing — a clear, no-obligation fixed-price quote with nothing bolted on later. If a repair will do, we'll say so.
Fully Insured & Guaranteed — work [fully insured / NFRC accredited] and covered by a 10-year workmanship guarantee, so you're protected long after we leave.
Every job is backed by clear written quotes, tidy site work, and a 10-year workmanship guarantee — so choosing a roofer in Market Harborough doesn't have to be a gamble.
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Full County Coverage
Areas We Work — Roofers Across Market Harborough & South Leicestershire
We're based at 5 Hood Close, Market Harborough (LE16 9XS) and cover the town, the Welland valley villages and the wider Harborough District. Local knowledge changes the work — the period stone and slate of the Bowdens needs a different hand to a modern estate or a commercial flat roof. Wherever you are in the areas below, a Market Harborough roofer is only a short drive away.
📍 Can't see your area? Don't worry! We cover most of Market Harborough and parts of neighbouring counties. Just ask!
- Market Harborough (LE16) — all services, from repairs and re-roofs to chimney and guttering work
- Great Bowden (LE16 7) — heritage slate, lead detailing and period property repairs
- Little Bowden (LE16 8) — tile repairs, re-roofing and guttering
- Lubenham (LE16 9) — traditional construction and chimney work
- Foxton (LE16 7) — slate and tile repairs, flat roofs
- Medbourne (LE16 8) — heritage and stone-property roofing
- Kibworth Beauchamp (LE8) — re-roofing, flat roofs and repairs
- Great Glen (LE8 9) — storm damage and full roof replacements
- Fleckney (LE8 8) — roof repairs, fascias and soffits
- Husbands Bosworth (LE17 6) — repairs, re-roofs and maintenance
- Desborough (NN14 2, on the Northamptonshire border) — commercial and residential roofing
Not listed but nearby? Just ask — if you've searched "roofers near me" and found us, there's a strong chance we cover you.
Call 01858 457600 or request your free drone survey today.
Meet the Team
A roof is only ever as good as the people who fit it. Our roofers are directly employed and properly trained — not a rotating cast of subcontractors — which means the same familiar faces return for follow-up work and take real pride in every job.
Led by founder Michael Tate, with over 45 years of combined experience across the team, we work on everything from delicate slate and lead on period homes to large-scale commercial flat roofs. The team holds NVQ Level 2 and roofing qualifications, CSCS cards / NFRC membership.
From the first phone call to the final inspection, you'll find the same straight-talking, no-nonsense approach — because we'd rather earn your trust than push a sale.
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What Our Customers Say in Market Harborough
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See Your Roof Before You Decide — Free Drone Roof Surveys
Most people never see the top of their own roof. We fly it, capture clear footage of every slope, valley and stack, then talk you through exactly what we've found. You see the same evidence we do — so if the roof has years left in it, we'll tell you. It's the clearest possible starting point for any repair or replacement decision, and it costs you nothing.
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Got Questions?
Roofing in Market Harborough — Frequently Asked Questions
What does a new roof typically cost around Market Harborough?
Every roof is different, but as a 2026 guide most UK homeowners spend between roughly £4,000 and £13,000 on a new roof depending on size, pitch and materials**, with a typical three-bed semi re-roof landing** around £6,500 to £12,500. Natural slate sits at the top end, concrete tile at the lower. The only way to a fair, accurate figure is a survey — which is why ours, including the drone inspection, is free.
Is it better to repair my roof or replace it?
A good roofer should always check whether a repair is viable first. As a rough rule is if repairs would cost more than around 30–40% of a full re-roof and the covering is past about 70% of its life. Replacement is usually the better long-term value. Repeated patching of an old roof can quietly add up to more than one clean replacement. We'll show you the drone footage and let the facts decide.
How much do common roof repairs cost?
As a 2026 benchmark: slipped or broken tiles typically run £150–£500, lead flashing around a chimney £200–£600, a flat-roof patch £200–£800, and an emergency leak call-out £150–£400**, with scaffolding adding more on two-storey work. We confirm everything in writing before we start.
How long does a new roof last?
It depends on the material: concrete and clay tiles typically last 50–60 years, natural slate can exceed 100 years, and felt or EPDM flat roofs usually need replacing after 20–30 years**. Fitted properly and maintained, a new roof from us is a decades-long investment.
Will I need planning permission to replace my roof?
Usually not. A like-for-like replacement with the same materials and profile generally doesn't need planning permission**, but changing the material or appearance — or working on a listed building or in a conservation area, which applies to parts of the Harborough District — can. We'll advise on your specific property.
Does home insurance cover roof repairs?
Most UK buildings insurance covers sudden, unexpected damage such as storms or fallen trees, but not gradual wear and tear or a roof that's simply reached the end of its life**. After storm damage we're happy to document the work to support a claim.
How long will it take to re-roof my house?
A straightforward repair is often a single visit, while a full re-roof on a typical three- to four-bedroom home usually takes around 5–10 working days, weather permitting. We give you a realistic timescale up front and keep you posted.
Do you cover my village?
We cover Market Harborough and the surrounding area including Great Bowden, Little Bowden, Lubenham, Foxton, Medbourne, Kibworth Beauchamp, Great Glen, Fleckney, Husbands Bosworth and Desborough. If you're nearby and not listed, just call — there's a good chance we do.
Are you insured, and do you guarantee your work?
Yes — our work is [fully insured / accredited], and finished jobs are covered by a [X]-year workmanship guarantee. If anything needs putting right afterwards, one call and we're back.
Get In Touch
Ready to Get Your Roof Sorted Properly?
A roof is rarely an emergency right up until it is — and the cheapest time to deal with a problem is always before the next downpour finds it. If you've spotted a leak, a slipped tile or a tired-looking roof, the next step costs you nothing: a free drone survey, honest advice, and a clear fixed-price quote with no pressure and no hard sell.
Hundreds of homes and businesses across Market Harborough and Leicestershire trust Tate & Sons to do it once and do it right. Join them. Pick up the phone, book your free survey today, and let's get your roof sorted properly — first time, with a guarantee behind it.
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Tate & Sons Roofing, Market Harborough
5 Hood Close, Market Harborough, LE16 9XS
📞 01858 457600
✉️ [email protected]