Accredited & certified
Independently audited and certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards for quality, environmental and occupational health & safety management.
Altitude Roofing applies professional roof coatings across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Liquid systems for flat roofs, breathable coatings for pitched tiles, silicone, acrylic and urethane for specialist applications. A coated roof can last 10 to 20 years longer at a fraction of the cost of replacement. Get in touch through our contact form for a free, no-obligation survey and written quote.
Altitude Roofing has been coating and repairing roofs across Edinburgh and the Lothians since 2012. Roof coating waterproofs and restores tired roofs with significantly less cost and disruption than a full replacement. If your roof is sound but showing its age, biocidal weathering, hairline cracks, porous tiles, faded appearance, coating extends working life by 10 to 20 years and prevents damp penetration.
We apply liquid systems for flat roofs, breathable coatings for pitched tiles, silicone for complex detailing or persistent ponding areas, acrylic cool-roof systems for top-floor flats and rental properties working to EPC targets, and urethane for trafficked decks like balconies and walkways. Every coating job starts with the same principle: repairs first, coating second. Coating over defects is a shortcut we never take.
Independently audited and certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards for quality, environmental and occupational health & safety management.
The biggest reason roof coatings fail prematurely isn't the product, it's the surface underneath. Cracked mortar, broken tiles, failing flashings, biological growth and damp substrate all cause early adhesion failure, sometimes within 18 months. We carry out all necessary repairs before coating begins, then pressure wash, apply biocidal treatment, prime the surface to manufacturer specification, and apply two coats to the required thi
On qualifying systems from BBA-certified manufacturers, you receive a written warranty typically ranging from 10 to 20 years, backed by the product manufacturer.
We match the coating system to your roof type, building use and exposure. We'll confirm the right system for your property at survey stage.
| Coating type | Lifespan | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat roof liquid | Commercial and domestic flat roofs | 15–20 years | Seals ponding vulnerabilities, extends membrane life without stripping covering |
| Pitched tile coating | Restoring aged concrete and clay tiles | 10–15 years | Breathable, seals hairline cracks, inhibits moss regrowth |
| Silicone coating | Complex detailing, persistent ponding | 15–20 years | Highly flexible and UV-stable |
| Acrylic cool-roof | Top-floor flats, rental EPC properties | 10–15 years | Reflective finish, may help reduce heat loss and summer overheating |
| Urethane coating | Trafficked decks, balconies, walkways | 15–20 years | Robust enough for foot traffic and plant areas |
Every coating job follows the same six-step process. The order matters as much as the products: repairs, cleaning, priming, then coating. Skip any step and the coating fails early, regardless of which type is used.
We inspect your roof, identify any repairs needed and confirm suitability for coating. Not every roof is a coating candidate, we'll tell you honestly if a different approach is needed.
Any cracked mortar, broken tiles or failing flashings are addressed before coating begins. Coating over defects is a shortcut we never take.
The roof surface is cleaned of biological growth and loose debris using appropriate pressure washing and biocidal treatments.
Two coats of the specified system applied to manufacturer-required thickness. No cutting corners on dry times or coverage rates, this is what separates a 15-year coating from a 3-year one.
The finished job is checked against our quality standards before we leave site. You receive full documentation, including manufacturer warranty paperwork where applicable.
Roof coating costs vary by roof size, access complexity and coating system specified. Pitched tile coatings sit at the lower end, complex commercial work and urethane decks at the higher end. Because we own our access equipment, there's no third-party cherry picker or scaffold hire passed on to you, which is one of the largest cost elements most contractors charge separately.
We assess your roof, identify repairs needed, confirm coating suitability and method before any quote is issued.
Every defect photographed and referenced. Yours to keep whether you proceed with us or not.
Materials, labour, access, repairs, primer, coating, VAT. All visible, all fixed before work begins.
From survey to final coat. Larger commercial jobs may take longer, we confirm timelines in writing.
We're based in the Edinburgh and Lothians area, serving the EH postcode area and surrounding regions. Our team carries out regular roof coating work across Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Craigleith, Bathgate, Broxburn and wider Central Scotland. We know Edinburgh's building stock, from sandstone tenements to flat-roofed commercial units, and which coating systems perform here.
Edinburgh's high wind exposure and driving rain from the west influence our system recommendations, breathable coatings on exposed pitched roofs, flexible silicone on ponding-prone flats, robust urethane on commercial walkways. Survey bookings are fast across the region, with no call-out charges for the initial visit.
A few of the questions we get most often from Edinburgh residents considering a roof coating.
Call 0131 203 3027 or fill in the form. We'll book a free, no-obligation survey and confirm a fixed written quote before any work begins.
Free survey, fixed-price quote, no pressure. We'll visit anywhere in Edinburgh or the Lothians within 24 hours.