Updated 25 September 2026
Dry verge cost UK 2026
The going rate for dry verge in 2026 is £750–£1,000 (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£750–£1,000
Worked example, 14 m£873
Time on site4 h
Dry verge calculator
Price a real job freeUses your rates, your speed and your receipts.
Market band source: Checkatrade.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| fit | Rake out mortar verge | 0.15 h per m |
| fit | Fix verge batten ends and dry verge units | 0.15 h per m |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade choice | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry verge units per unit | £2 Manthorpe SmartVerge Ambidextrous Dry Verge - Terracotta — Clip-on verge units, about 3.5 per metre | £3 Manthorpe SmartVerge uPVC Dry Verge Unit - Left Hand Grey — Clip-on verge units, about 3.5 per metre | £3 Manthorpe SmartVerge uPVC Dry Verge Unit - Left Hand Black — Clip-on verge units, about 3.5 per metre |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-25. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Storeys? 1 · 2 · 3 big effect
- Gable ends to do?
Questions
How much does dry verge cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is £750–£1,000 (total, ex VAT), from Checkatrade. A worked example of 14 m comes to about £829–£895 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does dry verge take?
The worked example of 14 m takes about 4 hours.
What changes the price of dry verge?
Mainly storeys, plus any prep found on site: .