Roofing is the one trade where you never get to inspect what you paid for. So here is who we are, what we can prove, and how we quote.
Premier Roofing is a family run business working out of Shadoxhurst, just outside Ashford. It is run by Ken Perkins, who has over ten years in the roofing trade, and it is the same people who quote the job, do the job and come back if something is not right.
We cover ten towns across Romney Marsh, the coast and inland Kent. That is a small patch on purpose. It is why we can be out to a leak the same day, and it is why we know that a roof at Lydd and a roof in Ashford need two different specifications rather than one price list.
We work on houses, on commercial property and on insurance jobs, and we are fully insured with the public liability certificate available on request. Between us we list 44 separate roofing skills, which matters less as a number than as the practical thing behind it. A roof that needs ridge tiles, a chimney repointed and the guttering sorted is one visit and one quote rather than three trades and three waits.
How we quote, and why it is itemised
Two quotes for the same roof can describe completely different work. One might strip back to the rafters and refelt, the other might lay new tiles over a membrane that has already gone, and on paper they can look like the same job at two prices.
So ours is itemised in writing and sets out what is actually going on the roof rather than only what it costs. Quotes are free and there is no obligation. On any full re roof we raise building regulations sign off with you at quote stage, rather than after the scaffold is up, because it is far easier to plan for than to discover.
Free quotes, no obligation, itemised in writing
Fully insured, public liability certificate on request
The one thousand pound workmanship guarantee through Checkatrade
Stainless fixings as standard on exposed coastal work
Building regulations sign off raised at quote stage
Domestic, commercial and insurance work
24 hour call out for genuine emergencies
Photographs of what we find, taken on the roof
Two roofs, half an hour apart, two specifications
Sheltered, inland Ashford
Galvanised fixings
Perfectly sound here, and cheaper. Spending more would be spending for the sake of it.
Exposed, Lydd and Dymchurch
Stainless fixings
Quoted as standard rather than as an upgrade, because the cheaper option does not survive out here.
Salt off the Channel corrodes ferrous metal far faster than ordinary damp air. We have taken tiles off roofs on the coast after nothing more than a breezy week, purely because the nails holding them had rusted through. That is a specification failure, not a tile failure.
If a roofer quotes the same specification for a Lydd bungalow as for a sheltered terrace in town, they either do not know the difference or have not priced for it.
Every roofer says they are trusted and reliable, so the words on their own are worth nothing. These two are worth something because neither of them is ours to edit. Both link out, so you can go and read them somewhere that is not our website.
Workmanship backed by a one thousand pound workmanship guarantee through
Reviewed on Google
5.0 from 24 reviews
Anyone can write nice things about themselves on their own website. We did too. These are not ours to edit, which is the point.
Ken and Charlie re roofed our maisonette after having a bad leak and arranged for other work to be done for us which they also were involved. Ken is one in a million. Everything that was done, was to a high standard. He kept us informed regularly,was tidy and very reliable. I personally would highly recommend this man. Thankyou to the pair of you. Jaqi and Jim
JaqiFull re roof after a leak
This company came to my property and carried out a roof repair to the highest possible standard. The level of customer service I received was exceptional, they were very polite, friendly and helpful. I give this company a 10/10 and would definitely use them again.
Sarah BarnesRoof repair
Had these guys come to do a moss removal job. Fantastic work, cleared all the moss using the safer method of doing it by hand rather than pressure washer. Cleared up after themselves and roof now looks much better. Highly recommended and we're going to use them again to bring the fascias and soffits up to scratch and do a couple of minor roof repairs next.
Mark OwenMoss removal and roof cleaning
I called Premier Roofing as I was experiencing some leaks. The company came out and assessed the issue, advising what repairs needed to be done. I would highly recommend Premier Roofing, 10/10 professional service, quick response and very knowledgeable.
R HodgesLeak investigation and repair
Had some problems with my roof and contacted Premier Roofing. Kenny and the team were able to come and quickly resolve the problem. Thanks guys.
Mark PottenRoof repair
Ken was great when he came out to inspect my roof. Quickly found the cause of the leak, told me what the problem was and got it repaired for me asap. Would recommend.
Joe MasonLeak found and repaired
Excellent job. Honestly couldn't recommend anyone better. Treated our house with care. Thanks so much.
Inese HobdeyRoofing work
Top work! Kenny fixed and sorted a leak I spotted in my loft.
EddieLoft leak repair
Love my new roof! Amazing work!
Jayde CookNew roof
Very pleased with the work carried out by Kenny and the team at Premier Roofing.
Charlene BeaneyRoofing work
Would highly recommend Premier Roofing, they've done a great job on my roof.
Jasmine ChesterRoofing work
Amazing service, would highly recommend to anyone wanting roofing work done.
Brook NelsonRoofing work
Unreal job, so highly recommend!
George BrenchleyRoofing work
Ken is very professional and did a very good job, he was polite and helpful. Will 100% be using again.
SamRoofing work
Great service, very prompt and professional. Would recommend.
Digital SolutionsRoofing work
Really good experience for a minor issue. Came and fixed and gave a honest view of problem
Peter HazelwoodMinor repair
We just want to thank Ken and his team for providing us with an exceptional, first class service. A gentleman, very polite , courteous and informative. He has completed an outstanding top job on our roof and left the whole area clean and tidy. We would highly recommend his business as he is very conscientious with his work and provides you with a perfect finish.
Nick and Mara
Mara DexterRoofing work
Highly recommended , Very professional company, we got Kenny in through a recommendation, he gave us a reasonable price to re-roof our house. Everything was clean and tidy from start to finish and the outcome was beyond our expectations. Would definitely use again for our up and coming extension.
Saskia LudlowFull re roof
Absolutely brilliant roofing company from start to finish! The team were professional, reliable and friendly, and the quality of their work was excellent. They arrived when they said they would, worked efficiently and left everything clean and tidy afterwards
Highly recommend
Connor RickmanRoof repair
Had Ken out on a few jobs for me. Great price and very professional. Highly recommend
Tommy WadmanSeveral jobs over time
Great service, really happy with their work would definitely recommend
Premier Roofing and Building Kent Ltd, registered in England and Wales, company number 17068186. Trading as Premier Roofing, Lane Field, Church Lane, Shadoxhurst, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1LX.
