75 Top Rated Roofers in East Sussex for 2026
The best roofers in East Sussex, based on Google reviews, are M.Marchant Specialist Roofing & Leadwork (5.0 from 115 reviews), M T Asphalt Roofing Services Brighton (5.0 from 99 reviews) and LC Roofing Contractors Ltd (4.9 from 207 reviews). All 75 below are ranked on Google rating and number of reviews.
On this page
- Top rated roofers in East Sussex
- How to Find the Best Roofer in East Sussex
- The Highest Rated Roofers in East Sussex
- Top Rated Roofers by Town in East Sussex
- How We Rank Roofers in East Sussex
- Checks to Make Before You Hire a Roofer
- Building Regulations and Planning for Roof Work in East Sussex
- What Roofers Charge in East Sussex
- When to Repair and When to Replace a Roof
- Frequently asked questions
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Ranked by Reputation
Google rating and number of reviews, updated November 2026- #1Most Recommended Roofer in East Sussex
M.Marchant Specialist Roofing & Leadwork
Customers praise: prompt and clear communication
LeadworkChimney Repairs - #2
M T Asphalt Roofing Services Brighton
Customers praise: outstanding workmanship and high quality roofing solutions
Felt RoofingRoof Repairs - #3
LC Roofing Contractors Ltd
Customers praise: expert Velux window installation and replacement
Roof Windows - #4
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M Starks Roofing
Customers praise: high quality workmanship
Chimney RepairsFascias and SoffitsFelt Roofing - #6
Degg General Builders
Customers praise: transparent communication with helpful video roof inspections
RenovationsBuilding MaintenanceConstruction Management - #7
Thorogood Building and Roofing
Customers praise: exceptional workmanship for roofing and heritage projects
New Roofs - #8
Alpha Roofing
Customers praise: professional, efficient and highly skilled roofing team
Roof RepairsNew RoofsFelt Roofing - #9
Radiant Roofing Ltd
Customers praise: exceptional professionalism and high quality workmanship
New RoofsRoof Repairs - #10
Whittington Roofing
Customers praise: excellent communication and professional service
Flat RoofingSlate RoofingChimney Repairs - #11
Resolve Roofing Sussex
Customers praise: exceptional communication and professional service
Roof RepairsNew RoofsGuttering - #12
Vision Conservatory Roofs
Customers praise: efficient conservatory roof installations often finished early
New RoofsTiled Roofing - #13
J Ross Building Solutions
Customers praise: prompt and efficient roofing solutions
GutteringFlat RoofingRoof Repairs - #14
Zenith South East Roofing Ltd
Customers praise: prompt and efficient service delivery
LeadworkFlat RoofingChimney Repairs - #15
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- #17
Transition Flat Roofing
Customers praise: exceptional quality flat roofing expertise
Flat RoofingRubber RoofingFelt Roofing - #18
Trojan Asphalt Flat Roofing Specialists
Customers praise: exceptional workmanship and reliable service
Felt RoofingFlat RoofingRoof Repairs - #19
East Sussex Roofing
Customers praise: delivers prompt and efficient roofing work.
Roof RepairsNew RoofsFlat Roofing - #20
TM Roofing Southern LTD
Customers praise: exceptional workmanship and high standards
New RoofsRoof RepairsLeadwork
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How to Find the Best Roofer in East Sussex
The list above ranks 75 roofers across East Sussex by their Google reputation. Between them they hold 2,299 Google reviews with an average rating of 4.80 out of 5, and 52 of them are rated 4.8 or higher.
When many roofers score highly, the star rating alone will not separate them. The better questions are how many customers that rating rests on, whether the roofer works on your type of roof, from tiles and slate to a flat roof, and whether they will put the price and the scope of the job in writing. A 4.9 from 200 customers tells you far more than a 5.0 from five.
A good way to use this page is to shortlist three roofers near you, check their insurance and any scheme membership, and ask all three for a written quote for the same work. The sections below explain what to look for at each step.
The Highest Rated Roofers in East Sussex
Based on Google reviews, the highest ranked roofers in East Sussex are M.Marchant Specialist Roofing & Leadwork (5.0 from 115 reviews), M T Asphalt Roofing Services Brighton (5.0 from 99 reviews) and LC Roofing Contractors Ltd (4.9 from 207 reviews).
The 75 roofers listed here hold 2,299 Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.80 out of 5. 12 of them have 50 or more reviews, which gives a rating far more weight than a handful of five star reviews.
The services listed most often by roofers in East Sussex are roof repairs (40 businesses), flat roofing (36 businesses), new roofs and roof replacements (30 businesses) and slate and tile roofing (21 businesses). Each profile shows that business's main services, taken from its own website.
Top Rated Roofers by Town in East Sussex
The table shows the towns in East Sussex with the most roofers listed, and the highest ranked roofer in each. Every town has its own ranked page, so you can see who is rated highest closest to you.
| Town | Roofers | Google reviews | Highest ranked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 22 | 680 | M.Marchant Specialist Roofing & Leadwork (5.0 from 115) |
| Bexhill-on-Sea | 6 | 165 | All in 1 Roofing and Building (4.9 from 49) |
| Eastbourne | 6 | 315 | LC Roofing Contractors Ltd (4.9 from 207) |
| Hailsham | 6 | 120 | Resolve Roofing Sussex (5.0 from 44) |
| Hove | 5 | 114 | A b c roofing specialist (5.0 from 16) |
| Hastings | 4 | 105 | Degg General Builders (5.0 from 50) |
| Saint Leonards-on-sea | 4 | 174 | Mcshane Roofing (4.9 from 121) |
| Lewes | 3 | 68 | M Starks Roofing (5.0 from 52) |
| Newhaven | 3 | 40 | Bantock Carpentry and Roofing (5.0 from 18) |
| Pevensey | 3 | 64 | Vision Conservatory Roofs (5.0 from 35) |
How We Rank Roofers in East Sussex
Every roofer on this page is ranked by one score built only from their public Google reviews. The score starts from the average star rating and weights it by how many reviews it rests on, so a business with a handful of five star reviews does not jump ahead of one that has kept a high rating over hundreds of jobs. A small extra boost goes to businesses with more reviews overall.
Ratings and review counts are refreshed from Google across the whole site. Nobody can pay to move up the ranked list. Businesses marked as a Featured Partner appear in a separate, clearly labelled box above the list, and the ranked order below it is not changed.
Checks to Make Before You Hire a Roofer
Replacing the covering on a pitched or flat roof is one of the jobs that can need building regulations approval in England and Wales. The simplest way to stay on the right side of the rules is to use a roofer registered with a government authorised competent person scheme. For roof coverings these are CompetentRoofer, run by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors, and NAPIT. A registered roofer can certify that the work meets the building regulations, so you do not have to apply yourself, and you should receive a Building Regulations Compliance Certificate once the job is notified.
Before you agree to any work, check these points:
- Registration. Ask which scheme or trade body the roofer belongs to and check it with that body.
- References. Ask for two or three recent references and contact those customers yourself.
- Written quotes. Get written quotes from at least three roofers. A quote is a fixed price, while an estimate is only a rough guess. A good quote shows a fixed total, a breakdown of the work and materials, how long it is valid and whether VAT is included.
- Insurance. Check the roofer has public liability insurance, and employers' liability insurance if they have staff, and tell your own buildings insurer before work starts.
- Guarantees. Ask what guarantee comes with the job and who backs it, and get it in writing.
- Payment. Never pay the full amount up front, do not agree to a deposit of more than 25%, and pay by card or bank transfer rather than cash.
Be wary of roofers who only accept cash, want everything up front, will not give references or quote far below everyone else. For lead flashings and other leadwork, the Lead Sheet Training Academy directory lists people trained in that work and their skill level. Our guides to choosing a roofing company and spotting a dodgy roofer cover this in more detail.
Building Regulations and Planning for Roof Work in East Sussex
In England, repairing or re-covering part of a pitched or flat roof does not normally need a building control application if less than 25% of the total building envelope and less than 50% of the roof is affected, according to the Planning Portal. Above those limits an application is needed, and one is also needed for structural alterations, where the new covering performs significantly differently in a fire, or where it increases the weight of the roof covering by 15% or more.
Changing the material, for example from slate to tiles, is likely to need approval, and a much heavier covering may need the roof structure checking by a structural engineer or surveyor first. Because a roof is a thermal element, re-covering it should also include improving its insulation. A roofer registered with a competent person scheme can deal with the approval for you, and without approval you will not have the certificates of compliance you may need when you sell.
Re-roofing that does not materially change how the house looks will usually not need planning permission. Conservation areas, listed buildings and areas where an Article 4 direction removes permitted development rights are different, and it is a criminal offence to carry out work that needs listed building consent without getting it first. Bats and their breeding and resting places are also fully protected by law, and repairing or replacing a roof is one of the activities that can affect them.
Our guide to building regulations for a new roof explains the rules in full.
What Roofers Charge in East Sussex
Roofing prices depend heavily on access, so a written quote is the only reliable figure. As a rough guide, national cost guides put roofers at about £200 to £275 a day, or £30 to £45 an hour. Typical repair prices are £150 to £350 to replace 5 to 10 broken tiles, £150 to £400 for a minor leak, £200 to £550 for ridge tile repairs and £200 to £700 to patch a flat roof. Scaffolding, where it is needed, can add £600 to £1,000 a week.
For a full re-roof, one national guide puts a three bedroom semi at about £6,500 to £10,500 in concrete tiles or £12,000 to £20,500 in natural slate. The Federation of Master Builders puts replacing a 30 m² flat roof on a small extension at about £4,200 to £5,400.
Prices rise over time, so compare written quotes from two or three roofers. Our guides to roof repair costs and what a new roof costs go into more detail.
When to Repair and When to Replace a Roof
Small faults are much cheaper to fix early. A small leak that is ignored can rot roof timbers, damage insulation and plaster and encourage mould. Signs worth an inspection include damp patches or staining on upstairs ceilings, slipped, cracked or missing tiles after a storm, gutters that overflow or sag, and daylight showing through the boards in the loft. Blocked gutters are one of the most common causes of roof damage, because the water is forced back under the roof covering.
Whether a repair is enough depends on the age and type of roof. National cost guides give typical lifespans of 40 to 60 years for concrete tiles, 60 to 100 years for clay tiles and 80 to 150 years for natural slate. Flat roof coverings last less, at about 10 to 20 years for felt, 20 to 30 years for EPDM rubber and 25 to 40 years for GRP fibreglass. If your roof is near the end of that range, ask roofers to quote for both a repair and a replacement so you can compare.
A basic visual roof inspection costs about £100 to £200, and many roofers survey for free when they quote for the job. Prices rise over time, so compare written quotes. Do not go onto the roof yourself. Our guides to warning signs your roof needs attention and roof survey costs explain more.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roofers in East Sussex
Who are the top rated roofers in East Sussex?
Based on Google reviews, the highest ranked roofers in East Sussex are M.Marchant Specialist Roofing & Leadwork (5.0 from 115 reviews), M T Asphalt Roofing Services Brighton (5.0 from 99 reviews) and LC Roofing Contractors Ltd (4.9 from 207 reviews). The full ranked list of 75 roofers is at the top of this page.
What is the best way to find a good roofer in East Sussex?
Start with roofers who have a high Google rating from a large number of reviews and who work on your type of roof. Ask two or three of them for references and a written quote for the same work, check their insurance, and choose the one who explains clearly what needs doing and why.
How can you tell a dodgy roofer?
Warning signs include a roofer who only accepts cash, wants the whole price up front, will not give references, only gives a mobile number or quotes far below everyone else. Get written quotes from at least three roofers, check any scheme or trade body membership with that body, and expect a written quote with a breakdown of the work and materials.
How much does a roofer charge per day?
National cost guides put roofers at about £200 to £275 a day, or £30 to £45 an hour, with scaffolding extra where it is needed. Small repairs, such as replacing 5 to 10 broken tiles, typically cost £150 to £350. Prices rise over time, so compare written quotes.
What should I do if my roof is leaking?
Catch the water in a container, move anything valuable from underneath and do not go onto the roof yourself. If water is near lights or sockets, switch off the electricity at the consumer unit if it is safe to do so, and have a registered electrician check it before you use it again. Then call a roofer and tell your insurer what has happened. National cost guides put an emergency call out at an extra £100 to £300. Prices rise over time, so compare written quotes where you can.
Does home insurance cover a leaking roof?
It depends on the cause and your policy. Buildings insurance usually covers damage from a storm, but many policies exclude wear and tear and gradual deterioration, and a claim is unlikely to succeed if the roof was already in a poor state of repair and the storm only highlighted it. Photos of the damage help. If a claim is turned down, complain to the insurer first, and if you are unhappy with its final response, or have not had one within 8 weeks, you can take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free within 6 months of the final response.
Do I need building regulations approval for a new roof?
Usually, yes. In England, re-roofing normally needs building regulations approval, while repairs affecting less than 50% of the roof and less than 25% of the building envelope do not normally need an application. Using a roofer registered with a competent person scheme such as CompetentRoofer or NAPIT means you do not have to apply yourself, and you should receive a compliance certificate once the work is notified.
How long should a new roof last?
National cost guides give typical lifespans of 40 to 60 years for concrete tiles, 60 to 100 years for clay tiles and 80 to 150 years for natural slate. Flat roof coverings last less, at about 10 to 20 years for felt, 20 to 30 years for EPDM rubber and 25 to 40 years for GRP fibreglass. Keeping gutters clear helps, because blocked gutters are one of the most common causes of roof damage.
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