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Trusted Roofing Services in Chelmsford
Keenanroofing has been serving residential and commercial clients across Essex for over three decades, specialising in comprehensive roofing solutions. Our expertise spans new builds, extensions, flat and pitched roofs, with particular proficiency in slate, peg tile, and concrete interlocking systems. We offer complete strip-and-retiling, repair, and restoration services, including specialist lead work for chimneys, valleys, and box gutters. All personnel hold NVQ II qualifications and City & Guilds certifications, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to safety standards. Our commitment to quality is reinforced by a 10-year guarantee covering all workmanship, excluding acts of God or third-party interventions.We prioritise clear communication, timely execution, and tailored advice, having built a reputation for reliability through projects ranging from minor tile repairs to complex listed building restorations. Our team operates with transparency, providing detailed quotations and staged payments, with final balances only requested post-completion and building control approval. Customer satisfaction is evidenced by consistent positive feedback across review platforms, reflecting our dedication to resolving roofing challenges efficiently and professionally.
Services
New Roofs
Roof Repairs
Roof Replacements
GRP Roofs
Felt Roofs
Lead Work
Strip and Retile
Flat Roofs
Pitched Roofs
Slate Roofs
Highlights and features
- 30 years of specialist roofing experience in Essex
- 10-year workmanship guarantee on all projects
- NVQ II and City & Guilds certified professionals
- Competitive pricing with guaranteed quote matching
- Personalised service for residential and commercial clients
Associations and certifications
- NVQ II
- City & Guilds
What people say
Excellent work
Professional service
Highly recommend
Quality of workmanship
Stress free
Services
New Roofs
We provide comprehensive new roof installations for residential and commercial properties across Essex. Our expertise covers flat roofs, pitched roofs, and complex architectural designs using slate, concrete interlocking tiles, and GRP systems. All projects include expert advice on material selection, compliance with building regulations, and long-term durability considerations. Our team ensures seamless execution from initial survey to final inspection.
Roof Repairs
Specialist repair services address broken tiles, slipped slates, and storm damage with rapid response times. We handle ridge tile repointing, chimney rebuilds, and leadwork restoration for both modern and historic buildings. Our NVQ-certified technicians use premium materials to ensure lasting solutions while maintaining aesthetic consistency with existing structures.
GRP Roofs
Durable GRP roofing installations and replacements tailored to Essex properties. Our approved installers apply glass-reinforced plastic systems that offer 30-year lifespans, ideal for flat roofs requiring lightweight, weather-resistant solutions. We provide expert advice on system selection and ensure full compliance with manufacturer specifications for long-term performance.
Lead Work
Specialist leadwork services for valleys, chimneys, and box gutters on residential and listed buildings. Our certified craftsmen execute precise installations and repairs using traditional techniques combined with modern safety standards. This includes heritage-compatible solutions that maintain architectural integrity while ensuring watertight performance.
Felt Roofs
Cost-effective felt roofing solutions for sheds, extensions, and small commercial properties. We install durable, weather-resistant systems using high-quality bituminous materials while maintaining strict health and safety protocols. Our team ensures proper drainage integration and long-term leak prevention for budget-conscious clients.
People
Julian Keenan
Owner/Director
With over 30 years in the roofing industry, Julian leads Keenanroofing's operations, combining hands-on expertise with strategic oversight. He personally manages client communications and project coordination, ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer satisfaction across all projects, from minor repairs to large-scale installations.
Questions
What types of roofing services do you offer?
We specialise in new roofs, repairs, replacements, GRP systems, felt roofs, and leadwork for both residential and commercial properties across Essex.
Do you provide emergency roofing services?
Yes, we offer emergency response for urgent repairs including storm damage, broken tiles, and leaking roofs with rapid mobilisation across Essex.
What guarantees do you provide?
All work includes a 10-year guarantee covering our materials and workmanship, excluding damage from extreme weather events or third-party contractors.
Are your team qualified?
Our entire team holds NVQ II qualifications and City & Guilds certifications, ensuring technical expertise and compliance with industry safety standards.
Can you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have experience with heritage properties and understand the specific planning requirements and traditional techniques needed for listed building projects.
How do you handle payment?
We use staged payments aligned with project milestones, with final balances requested only after completion and client approval of all work.
Reviews (3)
Jason Joyce
May 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
I've worked with Julian for many years on some of my projects and he always does an excellent job, I've asked him to do some complex jobs and he is very knowledgeable, efficient and always completes to a high standard.
Service:Roof installation
I've worked with Julian for many years on some of my projects and he always does an excellent job, I've asked him to do some complex jobs and he is very knowledgeable, efficient and always completes to a high standard.
Service:Roof installation
Daniel Corby
May 14, 2020
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We were absolutely delighted with the work carried out by Keenan Roofing. They were polite, prompt, and took care of everything from start to finish. They were able to fit us in sooner than we expected which was great, they did a really great job, it looks superb and we'll be using them again without a doubt for another roof that we need replacing. It is always hard to know who to trust when using a roofer (we looked for a few quotes), but we can honestly say these guys did a great job and come highly recommended by us. Well done Keenan Roofing. 5 Stars All Round.
Sarah Slemen
Oct 24, 2019
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Highly recommend this firm. Recently had the original slate roof replaced on my Victorian house. Clean and tidy site everyday and even with the weather going against us they worked hard to finished the job on time. Access in my road is not the best but that was no problem Julian and his team to deal with.
