Planning a repair or a full re-roof in Aikers? Roofers can fix slipped tiles, renew felt, replace leadwork and repair flat roofs. Share the property height, roof shape and any fragile areas so quotes include access equipment and safe working time. Include photos where possible.
Tell roofers about your roof issue and request quotes. Include the area affected, preferred timing and any access constraints or details. Describe the job and get quotes to check availability.
This checklist covers the main factors that affect scope and price.
Typical guide prices (ballpark):
Prices below are adjusted for the Scotland area, based on regional labour-cost data (ONS).
Costs can change with property size, access, condition and whether making good is needed.
Use this checklist when comparing and hiring for your job.
ROOFING GUIDANCE
Practical pointers to help you plan the work, budget sensibly and pick a reliable Roofer.
RULES & STANDARDS
The National Federation of Roofing Contractors is the largest UK roofing trade body, representing over 60% of the industry. NFRC members are vetted on technical competence and financial standing, and some offer an insurance-backed guarantee on top of their own workmanship guarantee — worth asking whether this applies to your quote.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
A workmanship guarantee typically runs 10 years upwards for a full re-roof, separate from any manufacturer's guarantee on the tiles or felt itself. Ask whether the guarantee is insurance-backed (protects you if the roofer goes out of business) — this varies between individual roofers and isn't automatic.
GOOD TO KNOW
Older roofs often used bituminous felt underneath the tiles, which can perish and needs replacing during a re-roof; modern breathable membrane lasts longer and manages moisture better. If you're having a full re-roof, this underlay is worth confirming as part of the spec, not just the visible tiles.
COST & QUOTES
Three is reasonable for most roofing jobs. For a full re-roof, make sure each quote specifies the same tile/material and includes or excludes scaffolding consistently — roofing quotes vary more than some trades simply because of what's included or left out.
WORTH KNOWING
A proper roof survey looks beyond the visible tiles — timber condition in the loft, flashing around chimneys and valleys, ventilation, and signs of past repairs. Worth requesting one before buying a property with an older roof, since problems aren't always visible from ground level or even from inside the loft.
GOOD TO KNOW
A dormer window (as opposed to a flush skylight) changes the roofline itself and almost always needs both planning consideration and Building Regulations sign-off, unlike a straightforward re-roof. This is more involved than most roofing work and often overlaps with loft conversion specialists.
GOOD TO KNOW
Listed building consent is often required to change roofing material (even like-for-like sometimes needs approval if the material is being sourced differently), and conservation areas can restrict visible changes like skylights on street-facing roof slopes. Check with your local planning authority before committing to a material change.
USEFUL TO KNOW
Natural slate is durable and often required on period or listed properties for appearance reasons, but costs more than concrete or clay tile. Metal (zinc) roofing suits modern extensions and flat/low-pitch areas. The right material often depends as much on the property's style and any planning restrictions as personal preference.
LOCAL AREA
Aikers falls under the Orkney Islands local authority and sits within the KW17 postcode district. The absence of population and tier data points to a very small settlement or locality. Orkney Islands Council handles local services, planning decisions and building regulation enforcement for the area. For trades searches, KW17 directs you to providers who work in the Orkney area; expect that island locations can involve ferry or freight logistics and scheduling that mainland tradespeople do not face. When hiring, allow for potential extra lead time, considerations for material delivery, and the likelihood that external work will be influenced by maritime weather exposure.
Roofing on Aikers is strongly influenced by maritime exposure and the island’s small-settlement status; materials and detailing must resist high winds, salt-laden air and frequent wet weather. Older properties are likely to need slate matching and secure lead flashing, while modern extensions may require robust flat-roof systems like EPDM or GRP chosen for longevity in coastal conditions.
Membership of NFRC or the Competent Roofer scheme helps indicate a contractor’s commitment to standards and safe working, which is important where scaffolding and material logistics involve ferries or freight. Roofers should provide a clear plan for scaffold erection, timed deliveries and corrosion-resistant materials. When hiring, ask for evidence of relevant scheme membership, coastal experience, and a logistics schedule showing how materials will be transported and how weather risk is managed.
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