A roof problem in Clare is not something you can afford to leave. Whether it is a slow leak that has been worsening through the winter, slates displaced by an Atlantic storm, ridge tiles that have been loosening for years, or a sudden water ingress that appeared without warning, every hour of delay allows water to do more damage to the structure of your home — and water damage escalates fast.
At Doherty Roofing, we carry out professional roof repairs for homeowners across all of County Clare. Based in Limerick — immediately across the Clare border — we are ideally positioned to serve the full extent of the county quickly and reliably. From Ennis and Shannon in the south to Killaloe and Scariff in the east, from Kilrush and Kilkee on the Atlantic coast to Ennistymon and Lisdoonvarna in the north, Jim and his team will travel to your Clare property, inspect your roof thoroughly and carry out a lasting repair that protects your home for years to come.
We are fully insured and Safe Pass certified, and we provide free, no-obligation quotes on all roof repair work across Clare. There are no call-out fees, no hidden charges and no pressure to proceed.
County Clare's geographical diversity creates genuinely different roofing challenges depending on where in the county your property sits.
East Clare & Ennis — Ageing Housing Stock
Estates around Ennis, Sixmilebridge and the East Clare commuter villages built from the 1970s through the early 2000s are now carrying roofs between twenty and fifty years old. Cracked ridge mortar, failing underlays and deteriorating concrete tiles are the most common issues — and the ones that cause the most expensive secondary damage when left undetected.
Shannon — A Town of Ageing Roofs
Shannon's estates were built almost entirely in the 1960s through 1980s, leaving the town with an unusually high concentration of roofs that are now forty to sixty years old. Many original underlays have failed silently. Ridge mortar is at or past the end of its serviceable life on a significant proportion of properties across the town.
West Clare Coast — Atlantic Exposure & Salt Air
Properties in Kilrush, Kilkee, Spanish Point and Lahinch face some of the most demanding roofing conditions in Ireland. Salt-laden air corrodes ferrous fixings and flashings significantly faster than inland properties — a ridge nail lasting forty years in Ennis may fail in fifteen on an exposed Kilkee roofline. Coastal properties require non-ferrous fixings and more frequent inspection.
The Burren & North Clare — Heritage Properties & Persistent Moisture
Older stone cottages and farmhouses throughout the Burren have natural slate roofs requiring sympathetic, carefully matched repair work. The elevated, moisture-rich Burren landscape accelerates the deterioration of mortar, flashings and membrane materials faster than lower-lying parts of Clare.
From our Limerick base, we carry out roof repairs across all of County Clare. Here are the main towns and areas we serve:
Ennis, Shannon, Killaloe, Sixmilebridge, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Scariff, Kilrush, Kilkee, Spanish Point, Lahinch, Miltown Malbay, Ennistymon, Lisdoonvarna, Kilfenora, Ballyvaughan, Doolin, Corofin, Tulla, Quin, Bodyke, Mountshannon, O'Briensbridge and all surrounding rural townlands throughout the county.
How do I know if my roof needs repaired or replaced?
If the damage is localised — a small number of slates, a single flashing failure, an isolated ridge section — a targeted repair is usually the right approach. If the roof is old, showing deterioration across multiple areas simultaneously, or the underlay has failed, a full replacement may be more cost-effective over the long term. Jim will inspect your roof and give you an honest recommendation — whichever direction that points.
How much does a roof repair cost in Clare?
Repair costs vary depending on the nature and extent of the work, the type of roofing material and the accessibility of the property. Minor repairs — a few slates, a joint repointing — are relatively modest jobs. More extensive repairs involving structural elements, full ridge replacement or valley work are more involved. Doherty Roofing provides free, detailed written quotes on all repair work so you will always know the full cost before any work begins.
Do you carry out emergency roof repairs in Clare?
Yes. We prioritise urgent repair calls from Clare homeowners and respond as quickly as possible to situations where water ingress is active or where storm damage has left the roof exposed. For genuine emergencies, call Jim directly for the fastest response.
Can you match my existing slates or tiles for a repair?
Yes. We assess the existing roof covering carefully before carrying out any repair and source replacement materials that match as closely as possible in terms of type, size, colour and texture. On older properties with natural Welsh or Irish slate, achieving a perfect visual match may require sourcing reclaimed materials — we will discuss the options honestly during the free inspection.
Do you cover rural Clare as well as the main towns?
Yes. We cover all of County Clare including rural townlands and smaller communities throughout the county. Whether your property is in the heart of Ennis or in a remote rural location in the Burren or on the Loop Head peninsula, Doherty Roofing can come to you for a free inspection and quote.
Every roof repair Doherty Roofing carries out in Clare follows the same straightforward, honest process:
Step 1 — Free Inspection
Jim visits your Clare property, inspects the full roof thoroughly — not just the area where the problem is visible — and gives you an honest assessment of what is causing the issue, what other vulnerabilities exist and what the repair options are.
Step 2 — Clear Written Quote
We provide a clear, itemised written quote before any work begins. No hidden charges, no surprise additions and no pressure to proceed. You know exactly what the repair involves and exactly what it will cost.
Step 3 — Quality Repair
We carry out the repair using appropriate materials for your specific roof type, location and the demands of the Clare climate. On coastal properties we specify non-ferrous fixings. On older natural slate roofs we source matching materials. On every property we carry out the repair to the standard we would apply to our own homes.
Step 4 — Honest Sign-Off
Before we leave your Clare property, Jim carries out a final inspection of the completed repair and walks you through what was done and why. If we identified any additional vulnerabilities during the repair that warrant attention in the future, we will tell you clearly and without pressure.
We offer a comprehensive range of roofing services in Clare and the surrounding counties. Whatever your roofing needs, Doherty Roofing has you covered.
Doherty Roofing is a fully insured, family-run roofing company based in Limerick. Led by Jim Doherty, we provide expert roof repairs, new roof installations, flat roofs, guttering and more across Limerick, Clare and Tipperary. Call us today for a free, no-obligation quote.
CRO Business Registration Number: 782030
Copyright © 2026 Doherty Roofing. All Rights Reserved.
Website by TME Digital
