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Shed Roof Replacement Costs

By Melissa

Last updated 16th November 2022 - Reading time: 20 mins

Do you want to know the cost of having a shed roof repaired or even replaced entirely?

In this cost guide, we'll answer this question and explore other related topics, including a closer look at the various types of shed roofs and discussing what the process of repairing or replacing a shed roof entails.

Average Cost of Replacing a Shed Roof:

Depending on the complexity of the job, it usually takes: 3-7 hours

£2,860

How Much Does It Cost to Replace or Repair a Shed Roof?
Supply Only Costs
Additional Costs
Labour Costs and Timescales
Cost Factors of Repairing or Replacing a Shed Roof
What's Involved in Shed Roof Replacement?
Can I Repair or Replace a Shed Roof Myself?
Building Regulations & Planning Permission for Shed Roof Replacement and Repairs
Types of Shed Roof
Types of Shed Roof Repairs
Hiring Contractors to Repair or Replace a Shed Roof Checklist
FAQs
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How Much Does It Cost to Replace or Repair a Shed Roof?

Without further ado, let’s look at the costs for replacing different-sized shed roofs and the pricing of various shed roof repairs.

We've based our roof replacement prices on the average shed roof size, which is in and around 45m² and would come with a 10ft x 12ft medium-sized shed. Of course, suppose your shed is smaller or larger than this.

In that case, the pricing will end up below or above the following estimates (we provide the cost per square metre of various roofing materials in the 'Supply Only Costs' section). The following prices are also based on both the estimated cost of supplies (measured per square metre) and the labour cost (measured by the hour).

Average Cost of Replacing a Shed Roof

Job Description	Total Cost
Shed Felt Roof Replacement	£1,160 to £1,230
EPDM Rubber Roofing	£1,340 to £1,410
Felt Tiles/Roof Shingles	£2,330 to £2,400
Clay Tiles	£4,490 to £4,560
Sheet Metal Roofing	£1,655 to £1,725
Fibreglass	£1,250 to £1,320

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We'll now move on to the estimated costs of repairing a shed roof. Most of these costs would be down to the cost of labour, while supply costs would make up a small percentage of the overall bill…

Average Cost of Repairing a Shed Roof

Job Description	Total Cost
Felt Tiles/Roof Shingles	£175 to £230
Flashing Repair	£100 to £250
Felt Repair	£200 to £500

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Roof Repair Prices

Job Description	Labour Cost	Supply Cost	Total Cost
Repairing a Shed Roof Tile	£40 to £75	£125 to £160	£175 to £230
Flashing Repair	£40 to £100	£60 to £150	£100 to £250
Felt Repair	£40 to £100	£160 to £400	£200 to £500

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Roof Replacement Prices

Job Description	Labour Cost	Supply Cost	Total Cost
Shed Felt Roof Replacement	£80 to £150	£1,080	£1,160 to £1,230
EPDM Rubber Roofing	£80 to £150	£1,260	£1,340 to £1,410
Felt Tiles/Roof Shingles	£80 to £150	£2,250	£2,330 to £2,400
Clay Tiles	£80 to £150	£4,410	£4,490 to £4,560
Sheet Metal Roofing	£80 to £150	£1,575	£1,655 to £1,725
Fibreglass	£80 to £150	£1,170	£1,250 to £1,320

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Roof Repair Prices

Job Description	Labour Cost	Supply Cost	Total Cost
Repairing a Shed Roof Tile	£40 to £75	£125 to £160	£175 to £230
Flashing Repair	£40 to £100	£60 to £150	£100 to £250
Felt Repair	£40 to £100	£160 to £400	£200 to £500

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Supply Only Costs

We’ll now look at the average cost of materials for having a shed replaced or repaired. These exclude the cost of labour and would be what you’d pay if you were to purchase the supplies directly from a retailer. As a result, the following figures are particularly good to be aware of if you want to undertake the job DIY.

Cost of Supplies for Replacing a Shed Roof

Shed felt roof replacement: £24 per m²
EPDM rubber roofing: £28 per m²
Felt tiles/roof shingles: £50 per m²
Clay tiles: £98 per m²
Sheet metal roofing: £35 per m²
Fibreglass: £26 per m²

Cost of Supplies for Repairing a Shed Roof

Repairing a roof tile: £125 to £160
Flashing repair: £60 to £150
Felt repair: £160 to £400

Please be aware that if you undertake the work DIY, you'd also need to spend some money on the tools required for the work (unless you already have them, of course). These include tools like a ladder, hammer, tape measure, screwdriver, tacks and utility knife.

For convenience, you may want to look at buying a shed roof repair kit, assuming it has all the tools you need for the particular work at hand and that the tools are also up to standard.

Additional Costs

In addition to having a shed roof replaced or repaired, you may want to have some extra work taken care of around the same time. Let’s look at some added jobs you may be interested in paying for.

Pressure Washing House Roof

Along with having your shed roof replaced or repaired, you could pay to have your house roof pressure washed.

This is a good way of giving your home a new lease of life as well as having moss, dirt and debris removed. Of course, it’s important to be sure that your roof is suitable for pressure washing first. If in doubt, consult a professional.

The average prices of pressure washing a house roof:

Detached House - £550 to £600
Semi-detached House - £350 to £450
Terraced House - £450 to £550
Bungalow - £300 to £450

Fitting Roof Insulation

If your home is suffering from issues related to heat loss, you may wish to have roof insulation installed in the loft area. This can keep your home warmer (particularly in the winter months) and ultimately lower your energy bills. Lower energy bills mean you save money and reduce your carbon footprint all in one.

It costs approximately £400 to £600 to have roof insulation installed though it would depend on the exact type you want to fit and the area being covered.

Labour Costs and Timescales

Moving on to the price of labour, this will likely make up a relatively small part of the overall cost of having a shed roof replaced or even just repaired.

A roofer will likely charge about £20 to £25 per hour for any given job. Therefore, assuming it takes about four to six hours to replace a shed roof, we get a labour cost of £80 to £150.

As for roof shed repairs, you’re looking at a labour price of about £40 to £75 to have a shed roof tile repaired or approximately between £40 and £100 for either flashing repair or felt repair.

When it comes to the duration of shed roof repairs, repairing a roof tile takes about two to three hours, flashing repair usually lasts two to four hours and likewise, and felt repair also tends to take between two and four hours.

The cost of labour and timeframes can vary based on the size of the work area being dealt with and ease of access to the work area. Labour costs also differ depending on where in the UK you are based. More on that shortly.

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Cost Factors of Repairing or Replacing a Shed Roof

Various cost-affecting factors can play a role in determining the price of repairing or replacing a shed roof. Let’s have a look at some common cost factors that may apply.

Size of Shed/Scale of the Work

The larger the shed, the more a shed roof replacement would cost, naturally. For example, replacing the shed roof of a 10x12 shed would involve more material (and thus higher material costs) than for a 6x4 shed. Likewise, the work would take longer, and thus the cost of labour would probably be higher too.

For shed repairs, it may not be the size of the shed itself that matters, but certainly, the scale of the work (one way or another) would impact the cost of said work. The bigger the repairs, the more time will be needed, and again that will probably mean a higher labour cost. Larger repairs may also come with higher material costs, but it would depend on the nature of the job.

Type of Material

As you saw in the 'Supply Only Costs' section, the cost of a shed roof replacement can differ depending on the type of material being used. On the one hand, replacing a felt shed roof costs about £24 per m², and you're looking at a similar price of around £28 per m² for EPDM rubber roofing.

However, on the other end of the price scale, shed roof clay tiles cost close to £100 per square metre.

Similarly, the type of material concerned may also impact the shed roof repairs cost of supplies (if applicable). If something is actually being replaced, this will affect your material costs, but otherwise, the type of material being you want to fix may potentially affect the duration of the work, although it's unlikely to actually affect the cost of labour.

Ease of Access

The more accessible your shed roof is, the easier the work will be and, therefore, the lower your labour costs will likely be (since, again, the cost of labour is largely tied to the duration of the work). Of course, vice versa applies if your shed roof is difficult to access.

Location of Property

As discussed, your location is important since roofers charge different rates across the UK. The southeast tends to have higher than usual labour prices, whereas roofers are likely to charge under the national average in the north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

What's Involved in Shed Roof Replacement?

We’ll now break down the steps involved in replacing a shed roof. The exact process may vary depending on the method used. Of course, it will largely depend on the type of shed roof being replaced.

1. Removing the Old Roof

First and foremost, you’ll want to have the existing shed roof removed. Again, this will vary. The process of removing and replacing a felt roof is not the same as what it takes to remove and replace sheet metal roofing.

For this reason, it's important to know exactly what you’re doing. For instance, a ladder would be needed as early as this first phase of the job. A second person should be there to hold the ladder toward the bottom for safety reasons. If in doubt about any aspect of the job, whether practical or safety-wise, you should hire a professional roofer.

2. Installing the New Shed Roof

Once the old roof has been removed, it’s time to prepare the replacement shed roof for installation. This could mean cutting out sections of felt or EPDM rubber roofing to size or preparing shed roof tiles to be installed.

Next, it’s time to install the shed roof. Once you lay it down correctly, you'll need to secure it in place. With a shed-felt roof, this would mean undertaking steps such as nailing the felt in place and securing fascia boards on the front of the shed. Again, the process will differ depending on the type of shed roof in question.

3. Clean Up

Once everything is secure and safe with your new shed roof, it’s suitable to clean up the work area and prepare it for removal. You may simply throw the remaining material in the appropriate bins, or you could hire a skip if you deem it necessary. A third option would be to hire a man and van.

What About Shed Roof Repairs?

As with replacing a shed roof, the steps required to repair a shed roof will depend on the exact nature of the work. Repairing a roof tile would really mean replacing it, so this would be somewhat similar (even if on a smaller scale) to a shed roof replacement. The nature of flashing and felt repair would depend on the extent of the repair(s) needed. If in any doubt, again, you should hire a contractor.

Can I Repair or Replace a Shed Roof Myself?

Looking a bit more at repairing or replacing a shed roof DIY, as you’ve seen, it is okay to undertake this work by yourself if you have the right skills and knowledge and understand the safety steps involved. Again, if you’ve any doubts, hire a professional roofer.

The hazards/dangers of repairing or replacing a shed roof DIY include:

Incorrect installation
Falling from a ladder
Otherwise, falling from a height
Hurting yourself with sharp tools
Injury caused by incorrectly carrying a heavy load or carrying too great of a load

Building Regulations & Planning Permission for Shed Roof Replacement and Repairs

Let’s now take a look at the rules that would apply for repairing or replacing a shed roof. Firstly, we’ll look at the building regulations.

Building Regulations

The following building regulations apply to England and Wales, and thus rules may differ elsewhere in the UK. You can find more information found at the Planning Portal.

For a flat roof, should it feature integral insulation, you may have to upgrade it to improve the energy efficiency levels. If unsure, you can ask your local council for clarification as to whether this would apply in your case.

In the case of a pitched roof, should you wish to replace an existing shed roof with new material than what originally exists, then building regs will probably apply. They would apply in relation to the structural stability, fire safety and energy efficiency of the shed roof.

As with a flat roof, if a pitched roof has integral insulation, it may need to be upgraded along with having the roof replaced. Beyond that and again focusing on the rules for sheds with a pitched roof, if the new roof covering being installed is much lighter or heavier than the existing one, you may have to modify or/and strengthen the roof structure.

It is recommended that you check with a surveyor or structural engineer before the work gets underway.

Planning Permission

There are eight central points that cover the planning permission rules for outbuildings in England and Wales. Again, rules could differ elsewhere in the UK. More information may be found on the Planning Portal.

We’ve narrowed down the eight key points that concern outbuildings to those relevant for replacing or repairing a shed roof.

The relevant planning permission rules are as follows:

The shed may have a max eaves height of 2.5 metres and a max overall height of 4 metres with a dual-pitched roof or 3 metres in the case of any other type of shed roof.
The shed height is limited (one way or another) to 2.5 metres if it is within two metres of a boundary of the curtilage of your house.

If in any doubt, the local council will be able to clarify any concerns or queries you may have. If building regulations approval is needed, you’ll likely pay around £100, whereas applying for planning permission, if required, would cost you about £200.

It can take up to eight weeks for planning permission to be approved, but it rarely takes quite this long.

Types of Shed Roof

If you aren't sure what type of shed roof you'd like to install, this section is for you. We'll take a closer look at the different shed roof materials we priced earlier by discussing their features, pros and cons and reminding you of their average costs.

Shed Roof Felt Cost

Felt roofs can be installed with relative ease and can be found in a wide range of colours. Felt roofs generally come with optional features too. Properly installed felt will also offer waterproof qualities. Shed felt roofing is priced at about £24 per m².

This type of shed roofing material is also easy to repair as well as being visually appealing. However, felt is not particularly damage–resistant, nor is it the most durable option.

EPDM Rubber Roofing Cost

For a more durable option with a similar price tag, you might want to have rubber roofing installed. EPDM rubber roofing is waterproof, weather-proof, highly functional, pliable and long-lasting. In fact, rubber roofing generally comes with a life expectancy of half a century or more.

One key disadvantage of rubber roofing is that it's not easy to install. It's less suitable for a DIY installation than, say, shed felt roofing. The average standalone cost of EPDM rubber roofing is £28 per m².

Felt Tiles/Roof Shingles Cost

Felt tiles/roof shingles are a popular way of revitalising the appearance of a shed. Felt tiles and roof shingles can be found in a whole of designs and colours. Further, they are straightforward to install and thus are more suitable for a DIYer than, say, EPDM rubber roofing.

You’d likely pay about £50 per m² for these. Felt tiles/roof shingles would not come with the same expected longevity as EPDM rubber roofing. Tiles and shingles are brittle too. Thus this type of roofing can be high maintenance over the years.

Clay Roof Tiles Cost

A popular alternative to felt tiles for shed roofing is clay tiles. While not cheap at about £98 per m². Clay tiles are fairly strong and durable and tend to come with a longer life expectancy than most roof tiles.

However, clay tiles are relatively heavy, and they may take more time and care to repair than tiles of other materials would.

Sheet Metal Roofing Cost

For a highly durable option, consider sheet metal roofing. The life expectancy of this type of roofing is 40 to 70 years, making it likely (on average) to last longer than even EPDM rubber roofing. Sheet metal shed roofs are designed to thrive in practically any weather condition. They are also available in various types of metal and colours.

Sheet metal roofing costs about £35 per m². Of course, the appearance of this material may not be everyone's cup of tea, but otherwise, this type of roofing is advantageous on many fronts and arguably offers great value for money.

Fibreglass Roof Cost

Last but not least, we have fibreglass shed roofs. These roofs are usually expected to last at least 20 to 30 years, making them reasonably durable. Furthermore, fibreglass roofs are strong, easy to maintain, very lightweight and come with an incredibly smooth finish.

However, they can only be installed in dry weather, which might be a nuisance in the UK much of the time. All in all, though with a cost of around £26 per m² and an array of benefits, fibreglass roofing is not one to overlook.

Types of Shed Roof Repairs

Let’s look briefly at the different types of shed roof repairs. Firstly, repairing a roof tile (or several for that matter) is a good way to maintain your shed’s appearance as well as its qualities, such as water resistance.

Repairing/replacing roof tiles when they are broken should be done as soon as possible as broken tiles and shards can be hazardous, particularly if left exposed during harsh weather conditions.

Flashing repair and felt repair are also important forms of upkeep which have both functionality and safety reasons for the undertaking. Other types of garden shed roof repairs include fixing a sagging roof, fixing or replacing the finial and fascia boards and fixing up the shed roof's insulation should any issues arise.

If in doubt about any of this work, hire a professional roofer. Safety comes first, and, of course, you also want to ensure the job is done right.

A reminder of shed roof repair costs:

Repairing a Roof Tile - £175 to £230
Flashing repair - £100 to £250
Felt repair - £200 to £500

Hiring Contractors to Repair or Replace a Shed Roof Checklist

Before hiring a professional to repair or replace a shed roof, there are various points worth taking on board.

With such advice, you can improve your odds of getting higher value for money and ultimately getting the best person for the job within your budget and the local area.

Checklist For Hiring a Roofer:

Ask friends/family members for their recommendations
Obtain several quotes before making a decision
Look up any online reviews/ratings different roofers may have
Ask about their previous experience
Check or/and ask if they are part of any accreditation

FAQs

Is it better to repair or replace a shed roof?

This would depend on a few things. Firstly, if the issue at hand is something as small as one or two broken tiles, then it would generally make sense to simply have those specific tiles replaced than to leap straight to re-roofing a shed.

However, if your roof is particularly old or/and otherwise may be ‘beyond economical repair’, it would be best to simply have your shed roof replaced. After all, it’s no good having a roof partly repaired only for other issues to appear soon after because the roof itself is old and prone to wear and tear.

What type of shed roofing material is best for harsh weather conditions?

One of the best choices here would be sheet metal roofing. Another option worth looking at is rubber roofing.

Can I have solar panels installed on my shed roof?

Yes, it is possible, although you must make sure that your shed roof is strong enough and suitable to have solar panels added. You should hire a professional for this task, including evaluating your shed to ensure the shed itself and its roof will be able to hold the solar panels you'd like to have installed.

Are some roofing materials better suited to pitched roofs than others?

Yes, some materials are suitable for pitched roofs while others are much better for flat roofs. For example, rubber roofing and shed felt are suited to flat roofs.

Which type of shed roof usually lasts longer (all other things being equal), a flat roof or a pitched roof?

On the whole, pitched shed roofs generally last longer than flat shed roofs, of course, with everything else being equal.

Would the shed roof replacement cost differ depending on whether my shed has a flat or pitched roof?

Generally, this will not be a huge cost factor since the size of the work area and the type of material being used are primarily what matters. However, all other things being equal, a flat roof could offer a somewhat easier installation than a pitched roof. This would mean the job might be quicker, which in turn may mean lower labour costs.