Roofer and new roof prices in Belgium in 2026

A roofer costs €40 to €60 an hour excluding VAT in Belgium, and a new tiled roof €120 to €250 per m², roof structure not included. Between a tile to refit after a gust of wind and a complete new covering, the budget gap is huge. The roof is also the job you never see coming: all is well, until the damp stain on the ceiling. Better to know the prices before you need them.

Rates in 2026

Here are the brackets observed for a roofer in Belgium:

• Hourly rate of a roofer: €40 to €60/hour excl VAT
• New tiled roof, excluding the roof structure: €120 to €250/m²

The per-m² bracket excludes the roof structure: if the framework needs reinforcing or replacing, that is an extra item. Insulation, roof windows and zinc work also come on top depending on the project. A serious quote details each of these items.

In practice, insist on a quote that spells out the removal of the old covering, the underlay, the zinc work, waste disposal and any scaffolding hire. It is the only way to know what a per-m² price really covers, and to avoid extras discovered mid-project.

What makes the price vary

• The complexity of the roof. Steep pitch, height, dormers, chimneys: every obstacle slows the work and requires protection. A simple gable roof costs less per m² than a heavily cut-up one.
• The type of tiles. Clay, concrete, special formats: the choice of material explains a good part of the gap between €120 and €250/m².
• Access and scaffolding. A terraced house in a city centre with a narrow pavement demands more logistics than a detached house with space all around.
• What is found underneath. Under an old covering, roofers sometimes find a tired framework or no underlay at all. Keep a margin for site surprises.
• Season and weather. After a storm, roofers' schedules explode and lead times stretch. A planned project negotiates better than an emergency.

Worked examples

Three illustrative examples of common situations, built only from the brackets above:

Replacing a few tiles after a gust of wind. The job is billed by the hour: €40 to €60/hour excl VAT, plus the tiles and any access equipment. A quick repair remains a small budget compared with the water damage it prevents.

Replacing a 100 m² tiled roof. At €120 to €250/m² excluding the structure, the budget sits between €12,000 and €25,000 excl VAT, depending on the tiles chosen, the complexity of the roof and the access.

The same project with 6% VAT. If the home is more than 10 years old, the invoice switches to the reduced rate instead of 21%: on a project of this size, the saving runs into thousands of euros.

VAT at 6% or 21%

Roofing work on a private dwelling more than 10 years old qualifies for 6% VAT instead of 21%, labour and materials included when invoiced by the contractor. Given the amounts at stake on a roof, it is one of the most significant savings in any renovation.

The conditions to remember:

• The property is a private dwelling, occupied by an owner or a tenant
• It was first occupied more than 10 years ago
• The work is carried out and invoiced by a contractor
• The invoice states the conditions for the reduced rate

The reduced rate is applied directly on the invoice, but the quote must state it explicitly. A recent building or professional use means the 21% rate. All the conditions are detailed in our guide to 6% VAT in Belgium.

Mistakes to avoid

Signing with the roofer who rings your doorbell after the storm. Post-storm door-to-door canvassing is a classic scam: deposit cashed, work botched or never started. Always check the company with our CBE checklist before signing before paying anything.

Forgetting the roof structure in the budget. Per-m² prices exclude the framework. Ask the roofer to inspect the structure before you sign, and to spell out exactly what the quote covers.

Comparing per-m² prices without the same scope. Removal of the old covering, underlay, zinc work, waste disposal: two quotes at the same price per m² can cover very different services. Compare line by line.

Neglecting maintenance. Moss, shifted tiles, clogged gutters: a regular check by a professional pushes the big replacement back by years. It is the best roofing investment there is.

FAQ

How much does a new tiled roof cost in Belgium?

Expect €120 to €250/m² excluding the roof structure. The final price depends on the type of tiles, the complexity of the roof and the access to the site.

What is a roofer's hourly rate?

Expect €40 to €60/hour excl VAT for repairs and small jobs, excluding materials and any access costs.

Does the 6% VAT rate apply to roofing work?

Yes, if the building is a private dwelling more than 10 years old and the work is invoiced by a contractor. Otherwise, the 21% rate applies.

Find the right roofer at the right price

One-off repair or complete roof, the winning reflex is the same: compare several detailed quotes before signing. Describe your project once on Batizzy and receive quotes from roofers in a format you can compare line by line. Pros who have had their CBE number checked carry a badge. Find a roofer.