Metal roofing
Metal roof cost calculator
Estimate the cost of a metal roof for your home. Metal roofing — typically steel, aluminium or zinc standing-seam — is lightweight, long-lasting and increasingly popular on contemporary homes, extensions and some period renovations. Use the calculator for an instant indicative range.
Metal roof cost calculator
Indicative only — the calculator uses general pitched-roof rates as a guide. Confirm with a metal-roof specialist.
Figures are indicative UK ranges, last reviewed June 2026. A fixed price needs a free roof survey.
Estimated cost for a new roof
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This is an indicative estimate based on typical UK pricing. A fixed price needs a free roof survey from a local roofer.
Get your detailed breakdown and a fixed quote from a local NFRC-registered roofer
Honest guidance on metal roofing
Metal roofs are durable (often 40–70 years depending on the system) and light, which can suit structures that struggle with the weight of slate. They cost more than standard tiles and need a roofer experienced in metal systems, so it's worth getting a specialist quote. Standing-seam zinc in particular is a premium finish and priced accordingly. As with any roof, the real figure depends on a survey of your property.
Is a metal roof right for your home?
- Weight. Metal is light, so it suits roofs where the structure can't easily take heavy slate or tile.
- Low pitches. Standing-seam systems work on shallower pitches than most tiles.
- Look. A clean, modern finish that suits contemporary homes and extensions; zinc in particular is a premium architectural choice.
- Specialist fit. Metal roofing is a specialist skill — use a roofer experienced in the specific system.