How quickly can you actually attend an emergency?

Daytime emergencies across central Leeds postcodes: typically 2–6 hours. Out-of-hours and overnight: usually first thing the following morning unless you've got water actively pouring in. The phone line is staffed 24/7 so call us first to triage.

Do you do overnight callouts?

Yes — for severe emergencies (active flooding through ceilings, lifted roof sections risking further damage) we'll attend overnight. For less severe damage we'll usually advise on stop-gap measures over the phone and attend at first light.

Will my insurance cover an emergency callout?

Storm damage is covered under most standard home insurance policies including the emergency works. We provide all the documentation you need for a clean claim, and can liaise with insurers directly if you'd prefer.

What if I rent — can my landlord call you?

Yes. We work with many letting agents and landlords across LS5, LS6 and LS18. If you're a tenant with an active leak, call your letting agent first; if they're unresponsive in an emergency, call us directly and we'll work out the arrangements.

Are your emergency repairs guaranteed?

Temporary covers are guaranteed to keep your home weatherproof for at least 30 days — usually much longer. Permanent repair work is covered by our standard 10-year written workmanship guarantee.

Do I have to use you for the permanent repair after?

No. The emergency callout fee covers the temporary make-safe work. You're under no obligation to use us for the permanent repair — though most customers do, because we already understand the damage and have insurance documentation ready.

Emergency Roofer Leeds | 24 Hour Roof Repairs & Storm Damage

Emergency Roof Repairs in Leeds — When You Can't Wait

When the wind takes a section of your roof off at 2am, when a leak suddenly appears mid-storm, or when you discover daylight through your attic, you don't need a roofer who'll come round in five days for a quote. You need someone on the phone now, on-site today, and your home weatherproof by nightfall.

At Kirkstall Roofing, our emergency line is staffed 24/7. Our roofers have been responding to emergency callouts across Leeds for over 15 years — we know the postcodes, we know the housing stock, and we have the kit on the van to make any roof weatherproof the same day. Call 0113 460 1042 and we'll be with you.

Emergencies We Respond To

Storm Damage

Lifted tiles, exposed timbers, blown-off ridges. Same-day temporary cover fitted.

Active Roof Leaks

Water coming through the ceiling — we trace the source and stop it that day.

Chimney Collapse

Partial or full chimney failure. Safe make-safe and scaffolded rebuild scheduled.

Flashing Failure

Lead flashing torn off or damaged — temporary seal applied, permanent repair scheduled.

Impact Damage

Tree branches, vehicle impact, fallen masonry. Made safe and weatherproof same-day.

Sudden Sagging

Visible roof dip or structural movement — urgent inspection and structural assessment.

How Our Emergency Response Works

1. Call the Emergency Line

Call 0113 460 1042 at any hour. We'll triage the situation over the phone, give you guidance on protecting your home in the meantime (positioning buckets, switching off electrics, moving valuables), and give you an ETA.

2. Same-Day Response

An emergency roofer will be with you the same day — usually within 2–6 hours for daytime callouts in Leeds. Overnight emergencies are typically attended by 8am.

3. Temporary Weatherproof Cover

We fit heavy-duty tarpaulin, emergency battening, or polythene patches to stop water ingress immediately. The roof is now weatherproof while we plan the permanent repair.

4. Insurance Documentation

We provide full insurance-ready documentation: photographs, drone footage, written damage report, and breakdown of the proposed repair. This makes claims dramatically faster.

5. Permanent Repair Scheduled

Once the temporary cover is on, you have time to deal with insurance and we can schedule the permanent repair properly. Most permanent repairs are completed within 7–10 days.

What To Do Before We Arrive

Stay clear of the affected area inside your home — falling masonry or ceiling collapse is the biggest immediate risk
Switch off electrics in affected rooms at the consumer unit if water is dripping near lights or sockets
Position buckets and towels to catch dripping water — change them regularly to avoid overflow
Move valuables and electronics away from drip paths
Take photographs of any damage — useful for both us and your insurer
Do not go up on the roof yourself — wait for us

Storm Damage Insurance Claims

Storm damage is generally covered under standard home insurance policies. We provide everything you need for a clean claim:

Dated photographs of the damage
Drone footage where access is awkward
A written engineer's-style report on the cause and extent
Quotation for the permanent repair
Receipts for any emergency temporary work
Direct liaison with your insurer if you'd like us to handle the paperwork

Most Leeds homeowners find their insurance covers the full repair after a clear storm. We make the process straightforward.

How Emergency Pricing Works

No surprises: we quote the callout fee on the phone before anyone sets off, day or night, and it includes the first hour on site — enough to make most roofs safe and watertight with a temporary cover. The permanent repair is then quoted separately in writing on standard terms, and the callout fee is offset against that work if you go ahead with us. You'll never get an invoice you weren't expecting.

24 Hour Emergency Roofer — Every Leeds Postcode

Storm damage doesn't keep office hours, and neither does our emergency line. We run 24 hour response across the whole of Leeds — the exposed western streets of Bramley and Pudsey that catch the worst of the weather, the tall Victorian terraces of Headingley and Kirkstall, and the hilltop homes of Yeadon and Guiseley. One number — 0113 460 1042 — and a roofer, not an answering service, decides the response with you.

Areas We Cover for Emergency Callouts

We cover the whole of Leeds and West Yorkshire 24/7. Most attended postcodes: Kirkstall, Headingley, Horsforth, Adel, Roundhay, Bramley, Pudsey, Burley, Hyde Park, Meanwood, Chapel Allerton, Yeadon, Otley, Guiseley and Leeds Centre.

"Storm took a section off our chimney on a Sunday night. They had a temporary cover on by Monday lunchtime and a proper rebuild the following week. Faultless service."
— New customer, Kirkstall

Emergency Roofer Leeds