Tisza-Reed
Thatched roofs and reed

Thatched roof construction and repair

New thatched roofs, renovation of existing ones, ridge repair and reed matting. We work from our own reed harvest, so we answer for the quality of the reed too. For private clients and contractors alike.

Building a new thatched roof on a long farm building, thatchers at work

What we do

New thatched roof

Complete construction from battens to ridge, for new builds and renovated buildings alike.

Repair and renovation

Ridge repair, patching, fixing leaks. Often enough instead of a full replacement.

Reed for sale

Reed bundles and reed matting for contractors and resellers, with delivery.

Technical data

Indicative values. The actual solution depends on roof geometry and local regulations.
Parameter
Value
Minimum roof pitch
30°
Thatch thickness
28–32 cm
Reed bundles needed
10 bundles / m²
Price including labour
HUF 38,000 / m²
Ridge renewal
every 12–15 years
Fixing
stainless steel wire

How much does a thatched roof cost?

Enter the roof surface area to get the number of reed bundles needed and an estimated price including labour.

20 m²600 m²

Roof surface is the outer surface of the roof, not the floor area of the house. A 100 m² house with a 45° gable roof has a roof surface of about 140 m².

Estimated values
1,500 pcs
reed bundles (10 per m²)
38,000 HUF
/ m², including labour
5,700,000 HUF
estimated price for a 150 m² thatched roof

Indicative estimate, not an offer. The exact price depends on roof geometry, ridge and additional work, and is given after a free on-site survey.

Request an exact quote

Let us look at the roof in person

The survey is free, followed by an itemised written quote. We reply within one working day.

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