“Ben has recently completed a significant roofing project on my home, which involved removing all the slates, replacing the felt with a breathable one, and then refitting the slates. His work stands out due to its excellence, skill, and neatness. Ben is the tradesman we all seek: meticulous, skilled, and reliable. His craftsmanship is of the highest quality, and he demonstrates great attention to detail in every aspect of his work. In addition to his technical abilities, Ben is an exceptional communicator. He is always willing to discuss any questions or concerns, ensuring that all aspects of t”
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1st Rate Roofing Ltd
Review quality
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44out of 100
44 out of 100, with a caution: only 3 reviews held yet. A small public record keeps the evidence thin, and the score reflects that.
- Rated 5.0 from 3 reviews
Newest review April 2025
Worth checking: NFRC Competent Person Scheme (CompetentRoofer)
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Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 3
Independent sources2 independent public sources
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How this score is made up
What customers say39.9 of 60
Independent checks0 of 30
Track record4.5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them0 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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- Checkatrade3 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“We called on Ben again for flat roof work as he had previously replaced our flat roof extension on the house. He was as always, absolutely excellent! He is punctual, very careful in his work, always unfailingly pleasant and professional and his costs are absolutely upfront and completely reasonable. He works very hard which we particularly appreciated, given the wintery weather of late. The finished result is simply first class and we would expect nothing less from Ben - he really is the real deal and simply the best roofing expert that you could ever need.”
“Ben was absolutely first class from the moment I requested a quote right through to finishing the repair. Quick and clear responses to any correspondence and very good quality workmanship with an explanation and pictures of the end product. Couldnt be happier.”
Detailed reviews
Ben has recently completed a significant roofing project on my home, which involved removing all the slates, replacing the felt with a breathable one, and then refitting the slates. His work stands out due to its excellence, skill, and neatness. Ben is the tradesman we all seek: meticulous, skilled, and reliable. His craftsmanship is of the highest quality, and he demonstrates great attention to detail in every aspect of his work. In addition to his technical abilities, Ben is an exceptional communicator. He is always willing to discuss any questions or concerns, ensuring that all aspects of t
We called on Ben again for flat roof work as he had previously replaced our flat roof extension on the house. He was as always, absolutely excellent! He is punctual, very careful in his work, always unfailingly pleasant and professional and his costs are absolutely upfront and completely reasonable. He works very hard which we particularly appreciated, given the wintery weather of late. The finished result is simply first class and we would expect nothing less from Ben - he really is the real deal and simply the best roofing expert that you could ever need.
Ben was absolutely first class from the moment I requested a quote right through to finishing the repair. Quick and clear responses to any correspondence and very good quality workmanship with an explanation and pictures of the end product. Couldnt be happier.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for roofers in Ringwood
Across 12 roofers in Ringwood, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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Roofing isn't licensed, so anyone can set up - and it's a trade with more than its share of cowboys. A big re-roof must meet building regulations; CompetentRoofer (the Government-authorised NFRC scheme) registers roofers who can self-certify that, and vets and inspects them at least twice a year. Check they're on it before you hire.
Check the CompetentRoofer registerNever agree to roof work from a cold-caller at your door or an unsolicited 'we noticed your roof' note. That is the classic roofing scam.
Get a written quote that itemises access (scaffolding or a tower), the exact materials, and the workmanship guarantee, not a vague day rate.
Be wary of demands for a large cash deposit; agree staged payments against work you can actually see completed.
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Is 1st Rate Roofing Ltd a legitimate business?
1st Rate Roofing Ltd has 3 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
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1st Rate Roofing Ltd has 3 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
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