Active leak, storm damage, or slipped slates? Dachdecker Zurich's emergency team is on call 365 days a year and arrives in 60 minutes across Zurich and most of the commuter belt. We make the roof safe first, document the damage for your insurer, and quote the permanent repair before we leave.
Every project follows a clear inspection, quote, delivery, and quality review path so you know what is happening before work begins.
No queues, no call centre. Day or night, 365 days a year, you speak to one of our active roofers and we book a call-out window inside the next 60 minutes for Zurich addresses or 90 minutes for the wider commuter belt. We confirm by SMS so you know when to expect us.
Our first priority on arrival is to stop further water entry. Depending on the situation that's a tarpaulin cover, lead-lined patch, emergency flashing repair, or temporary ridge securing. We don't price the permanent repair until you and your roof are out of immediate risk.
We photograph the damage, the surrounding context, and the temporary repair before we leave. If we used drone or thermal imaging we send you the raw files. Most Swiss home insurance policies cover storm damage when documented this way — we've helped hundreds of Zurich homeowners through claims in the last 17 years.
You get a written quote on the same callout, with itemised costs (lead grade, tile count, scaffolding if needed, day rate) and a guaranteed 30-day price hold. If the work qualifies for an insurance claim we can liaise directly with the loss adjuster on your behalf so you don't have to chase paperwork.
Most emergency callouts convert to a scheduled permanent repair within 5 working days. Bigger jobs (full ridge re-mortar, partial re-roof, structural timber repair) take longer to source materials and scaffolding but we keep the temporary cover in place at no extra cost until permanent work starts.
Once permanent repairs are complete we walk you through the work, hand over guarantee paperwork, and clear all materials and waste from the site. Every Dachdecker Zurich repair carries a written 20-year workmanship guarantee — keep the certificate with your insurance documents.
When water is getting into your home, every minute matters. Our 24/7 emergency line — 044 505 67 69 — connects you straight to a working roofer, not a call centre. We dispatch from Hamelirainstrasse in Zurich, carry temporary cover and tarpaulin in every van, and document every emergency callout with photographs so you have what you need for an insurance claim. Same rates 7 days a week, no holiday surcharge, no call-out fee on top of the repair.
We start with a practical assessment, explain the condition of the roof, and agree the right scope before work begins. You get updates during the job, daily site care where needed, and a final review before handover.
Timing depends on access, weather, materials, and the scale of the work, but our team keeps the process straightforward from first call to completion.
Read real Google and Trustpilot feedback from Dachdecker Zurich customers across Zurich before booking emergency roof repairs.
Dachdecker Zurich AG handled a slate roof repair and new lead flashing on our terraced house in Oerlikon, Zurich. They explained the issue clearly, fixed a persistent leak, and left the place tidy. Highly Recomended!
The team did an immaculate job doing a whole new roof. Very easy to communicate, friendly, professional and hard working. Definitely would recommend. Thanks for a job well done!
Dachdecker Zurich repaired a leak in my roof recently our team called to inspect the damage and the crew arrived the next morning They did a fantastic job and Im extremely happy with the result A great company to deal with and I would highly recommend them Thanks our team E Hayes
Work carried out to a high standard, here when they said they would be, worked until darkness somedays. Bigger job than expected, worked up until Christmas Eve to make sure work was completed.
A roof replacement customer praised the clear communication, honest advice, professional team and quality finish from our team and the crew.
A customer highlighted reliable workmanship, efficient service and careful attention to detail on their Dachdecker Zurich project.
This customer described the new roof installation as smooth and hassle-free, with a friendly team and a result they were happy to recommend.
An emergency repair customer praised the quick response, cost-effective service and practical help when urgent roof work was needed.
Speak with Dachdecker Zurich about your roof, get a clear assessment, and understand the next step before committing to work.
A selection of recent emergency repairs across Zurich and surroundings — slipped slates after Atlantic gales, storm-damaged ridge tiles, leak diagnostics with thermal imaging. All work documented for the homeowner and their insurer.
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Questions about Emergency Roof RepairsZurich and inner suburbs (Schwamendingen, Aussersihl, Oerlikon, Wiedikon, Sihlfeld, Enge, Riesbach) — 60 minutes from your call. Wider commuter belt (Altstetten, Dübendorf, Höngg, Kloten, Wipkingen) — 90 minutes. Outlying areas (Bülach, Unterstrass, Opfikon, Albisrieden) — within 2 hours where roads allow. We tell you the realistic ETA before we hang up the phone.
Most standard Swiss home insurance policies cover emergency roof repairs caused by storm damage, fallen trees, or sudden mechanical failure. We capture the photographic evidence your insurer needs and itemise the quote so claim processing is straightforward. Insurance does not usually cover wear-and-tear leaks (e.g. perished felt, eroded mortar) — we will tell you on the day whether your situation looks claimable.
Move furniture and electronics away from the leak. Place buckets and towels under active drips. Turn off any light fittings or sockets near the affected area at the fuse board if water is near electrics. Do not climb onto a wet roof or attempt to tarpaulin it yourself in wind or rain — that is what we are coming for.
No call-out fee on top of repair work. The CHF 75 emergency assessment fee is included in the cost of any work you proceed with. If we attend and recommend no immediate repair (rare — usually means the leak source is plumbing, not roof), we charge the CHF 75 assessment for the time on site.
We will attend in any weather to make a roof safe — that is the whole point of an emergency callout. Permanent repairs in heavy rain, snow, or wind above 25 mph are not safe to carry out for the team or the work, so we prioritise temporary cover and schedule permanent repair for the next workable window. Tarpaulin cover holds in any conditions you'd expect in Zurich.
Yes. We handle emergency callouts for residential, commercial, and light industrial properties across Zurich. Larger commercial roofs (warehousing, retail, healthcare) often need a different access plan — we have access to MEWP and scaffolding contacts who can mobilise on short notice.
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