Cost of Roof Repair in Nairobi and Prices of Fittings

Comprehensive Roofing Services Price Guide


1. INSTALLATION SERVICES COSTS

Service Description Unit Cost Range (Ksh)
New Roof Installation (Mabati/Iron Sheets) Per sheet 800 – 1,500
Complete Iron Sheets Roof Installation Per m² 1,200 – 2,500
Clay Tiles Roof Installation Per m² 2,500 – 4,500
Concrete Tiles Installation Per m² 2,000 – 3,800
Asphalt Shingles Installation Per m² 3,000 – 5,500
Stone Coated Steel Tiles Installation Per m² 3,500 – 6,500
Corrugated Aluminum Roofing Per m² 1,800 – 3,200
Box Profile Roofing Installation Per m² 1,500 – 2,800
IBR (Inverted Box Rib) Installation Per m² 1,400 – 2,600
Makuti/Thatch Roof Installation Per m² 2,500 – 5,000
Flat Roof Membrane Installation Per m² 2,800 – 5,500
Green/Living Roof Installation Per m² 8,000 – 15,000
Solar Tiles Installation Per m² 12,000 – 25,000
Roof Truss Installation (Timber) Per m² 800 – 1,800
Steel Roof Truss Installation Per m² 1,500 – 3,000
Roof Insulation Installation Per m² 600 – 1,500
Sarking/Underlay Installation Per m² 300 – 800
Complete Small House Roofing (50m²) Whole project 80,000 – 150,000
Complete Medium House Roofing (100m²) Whole project 150,000 – 300,000
Complete Large House Roofing (200m²) Whole project 300,000 – 600,000

2. REPAIR SERVICES COSTS

Service Description Unit Cost Range (Ksh)
Minor Leak Repair Per leak point 2,000 – 5,000
Major Leak Repair Per section 5,000 – 15,000
Broken/Cracked Tile Replacement Per tile 500 – 2,000
Iron Sheet Replacement Per sheet 1,000 – 2,500
Roof Patch Repair (Small) Per patch 3,000 – 8,000
Roof Patch Repair (Large) Per patch 8,000 – 20,000
Sagging Roof Repair Per section 15,000 – 50,000
Rotten Timber Replacement Per timber 2,000 – 6,000
Roof Truss Repair Per truss 5,000 – 15,000
Ridge Cap Repair/Replacement Per meter 800 – 2,000
Emergency Roof Repair Call out + repair 8,000 – 25,000
Storm Damage Repair Per section 10,000 – 50,000
Hail Damage Repair Per m² 1,500 – 4,000
Wind Damage Repair Per section 8,000 – 30,000
Rust Treatment & Repair Per m² 800 – 2,500
Structural Damage Repair Per section 20,000 – 100,000
Roof Decking Repair Per m² 1,200 – 3,500
Fascia Board Repair Per meter 800 – 2,500
Soffit Repair Per meter 700 – 2,000
Roof Penetration Sealing Per penetration 1,500 – 4,000

3. MAINTENANCE SERVICES COSTS

Service Description Unit Cost Range (Ksh)
Roof Inspection (Basic) Per visit 3,000 – 8,000
Comprehensive Roof Inspection Per visit 8,000 – 15,000
Roof Cleaning (Small House) Per service 5,000 – 12,000
Roof Cleaning (Medium House) Per service 12,000 – 25,000
Roof Cleaning (Large House) Per service 25,000 – 50,000
Moss & Algae Removal Per m² 200 – 600
Gutter Cleaning Per meter 150 – 400
Gutter Repair Per section 2,000 – 6,000
Downspout Cleaning Per downspout 500 – 1,500
Roof Painting (Mabati) Per m² 400 – 1,200
Roof Resealing Per m² 500 – 1,500
Waterproofing Treatment Per m² 600 – 2,000
Anti-Rust Treatment Per m² 400 – 1,000
Roof Coating Application Per m² 500 – 1,500
Preventive Maintenance Package (Annual) Per year 15,000 – 40,000
Quarterly Maintenance Contract Per quarter 8,000 – 20,000
Flashing Maintenance Per meter 500 – 1,500
Ventilation System Maintenance Per vent 1,000 – 3,000
Skylight Maintenance Per skylight 2,000 – 6,000
Chimney Flashing Maintenance Per service 3,000 – 8,000

4. PARTS REPAIR & REPLACEMENT COSTS

Part/Component Unit Cost Range (Ksh)
Ridge Cap (Mabati) Per meter 300 – 800
Ridge Cap (Tiles) Per piece 150 – 500
Valley Flashing Per meter 400 – 1,200
Box Gutter Installation Per meter 1,500 – 4,000
PVC Gutter (4″) Per meter 400 – 800
Aluminum Gutter (5″) Per meter 800 – 1,500
Steel Gutter (6″) Per meter 1,000 – 2,000
Downspout/Downpipe Per meter 300 – 800
Gutter Brackets Per piece 50 – 150
End Caps (Gutter) Per piece 100 – 300
Gutter Guards/Mesh Per meter 200 – 600
Roof Vents Per unit 1,500 – 5,000
Turbine Ventilator Per unit 3,000 – 8,000
Ridge Vent Per meter 500 – 1,500
Soffit Vent Per unit 800 – 2,000
Chimney Cap Per unit 3,000 – 10,000
Chimney Flashing Per set 5,000 – 15,000
Skylight Window Per unit 15,000 – 50,000
Skylight Flashing Kit Per kit 3,000 – 8,000
Roofing Nails (1kg) Per kg 200 – 400
Roofing Screws (100 pcs) Per pack 500 – 1,200
Self-Drilling Screws with Washer Per pack (100) 800 – 1,800
Roofing Adhesive/Sealant Per tube 400 – 1,000
Bitumen Sealant Per bucket (20L) 2,500 – 6,000
Flashing Tape (Self-Adhesive) Per roll 800 – 2,500
Roof Membrane (Waterproof) Per m² 400 – 1,500
Torch-On Membrane Per roll 8,000 – 18,000
Fascia Board (Timber) Per meter 300 – 1,000
Fascia Board (PVC) Per meter 500 – 1,500
Soffit Board (Timber) Per meter 250 – 800
Soffit Board (PVC) Per meter 400 – 1,200
Roofing Felt/Underlay Per roll (10m²) 2,000 – 5,000
Roof Insulation (Fiberglass) Per m² 300 – 800
Roof Insulation (Foam Board) Per m² 500 – 1,500
Roof Battens (Timber) Per piece 150 – 400
Purlin (Timber 2×4) Per piece 300 – 800
Steel Purlin (C-Section) Per meter 400 – 1,000
Roof Anchor Points Per unit 2,000 – 5,000
Safety Harness Kit Per set 8,000 – 20,000
Roof Ladder Hooks Per pair 3,000 – 8,000
Roof Jacks/Brackets Per piece 500 – 1,500
Drip Edge Flashing Per meter 200 – 600
Step Flashing Per piece 150 – 400
Counter Flashing Per meter 300 – 900
Lead Flashing Per kg 1,500 – 3,500
Aluminum Flashing Per meter 250 – 700
Copper Flashing Per meter 1,000 – 3,000
Roof Hatch Per unit 15,000 – 40,000
Rain Diverter Per unit 1,000 – 3,000
Snow Guards Per unit 800 – 2,000
Roof Walkway Pads Per pad 1,500 – 4,000

5. LABOR COSTS

Service Type Unit Cost Range (Ksh)
Skilled Roofer (Per Day) Per day 1,500 – 3,000
Master Roofer/Foreman (Per Day) Per day 2,500 – 5,000
Helper/Assistant (Per Day) Per day 800 – 1,500
Carpenter (Per Day) Per day 1,500 – 3,500
Roof Inspection Specialist Per visit 5,000 – 12,000
Structural Engineer Consultation Per visit 10,000 – 30,000

NOTES:

  1. Prices vary based on:
    • Location within Nairobi (higher in estates like Karen, Runda, Muthaiga)
    • Quality of materials used
    • Roof complexity and accessibility
    • Height of building
    • Urgency of work
    • Season (prices may increase during rainy seasons)
  2. Additional costs may include:
    • Transportation of materials
    • Scaffolding rental (Ksh 500-1,500 per day)
    • Waste disposal (Ksh 2,000-8,000)
    • Permits if required
  3. Warranty: Most professional roofing companies offer 1-5 year warranties on labor and 5-25 years on materials.
  4. Payment terms: Many contractors require 30-50% deposit before starting work.
  5. Always get multiple quotes and verify contractor credentials before hiring.

Prices are estimates based on Nairobi market rates as of 2024-2025 and may vary. Always request detailed written quotations.

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