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Flat Roofs in Plaistow

New flat roofs in Plaistow, planned around dry weather and protected overnight while the work runs.

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Flat Roofs in Plaistow

Flat Roofing in Plaistow

Replacing a flat roof on a typical London extension is a contained job, usually measured in days. In Plaistow, as across E13 and the rest of the London Borough of Newham, Ashlar Roofing plans the work around the forecast, because membranes need a dry deck to bond, and keeps the roof protected overnight so the room below stays dry while the job is under way. Most of the work happens outside, so you can usually stay in the house throughout.

First the worn covering comes off and is taken away, then the deck is checked board by board and any rotten sections are replaced. If insulation is being added, it goes down next, followed by the new rubber, felt or fibreglass system, finished with trims and flashings. Any roof timbers that need more than a board replacement are discussed with you first. Before we leave, the edges, outlets and wall junctions are checked again and the area around the extension is cleared.

Roofer working on a garage flat roof
New torch-on felt being laid on a flat roof

What's included

What a New or Repaired Flat Roof Includes

The main parts of the job, each listed in your quote.

  • An inspection of the existing deck and timbers, so a new covering is laid on a sound base rather than over hidden rot.
  • A choice of rubber, felt or fibreglass covering, matched to the roof's size, use and budget so you are not paying for more than it needs.
  • Insulation options when the roof is replaced, helping to keep the room below warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
  • Correct falls and outlets, so rainwater drains away instead of pooling and wearing out the covering early.
  • Properly detailed upstands, trims and flashings where the roof meets walls, which is where many flat roof leaks begin.
  • Repairs to splits, blisters and failed seams on existing roofs, where the deck is sound and a repair makes more sense than replacement.
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Pricing

Pricing a Flat Roof in Plaistow

The main things that move the price of a Plaistow flat roof are:

  • The size of the roof and how many upstands, outlets or rooflights it has
  • The membrane chosen (EPDM, torch-on felt or GRP)
  • The condition of the deck and joists once the old covering is lifted
  • Whether insulation is added to bring the roof up to current standards
  • Access, including whether materials have to be carried through the house
Finished flat roof on a single storey extension

How it works

How Flat Roofing in Plaistow Is Arranged

What happens from your first call or message to the finished work.

  1. Book a Survey

    Tell us about the roof by phone or through the form. Photos on WhatsApp of the roof and any stains inside help us understand the problem before we visit.

  2. Inspection and Quote

    We check the covering, deck, falls and edge details, then recommend a repair or a replacement and set out a quote that is agreed before work starts.

  3. Preparing the Roof

    On the day, the old covering is stripped where needed, the deck is checked and any rotten boards are replaced so the new roof has a solid base.

  4. Laying and Finishing

    The new membrane or repair is installed with its trims and flashings, then we review the completed work with you and confirm everything has been done as agreed.

FAQs

Flat Roof Questions from Plaistow Homeowners

Can you replace the flat roof on my garage in Plaistow?

Yes. Garage roofs suit EPDM rubber or felt well. Older garage roofs often have a worn covering over boards that have softened, so we check the deck first and quote for the roof you actually have.

Which flat roof material should I choose?

EPDM rubber suits most domestic extensions and garages, as it is laid in a single sheet with few joins. Torch-on felt is a layered system that works well on larger or more complex roofs. GRP fibreglass gives a hard, jointless finish suited to balconies and roofs with occasional foot traffic.

What should I send before a flat roof survey in Plaistow?

Photos of the roof from a window, any internal stains and the edge where the roof meets the wall are all useful. Send them on WhatsApp with your postcode and we can prepare for the visit.

Should I add insulation to my flat roof?

If the roof is being replaced, it is a good time to consider it. A warm roof build-up places insulation above the deck, which helps keep the room below comfortable and reduces the risk of condensation in the roof structure.

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If your question is not answered here, get in touch and we will discuss it with you. You can also send photos on WhatsApp.

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Areas we cover

Flat Roofs across Greater London

Alongside Plaistow, we carry out flat roofing in these areas:

Covering Plaistow and Greater London

Flat Roofs across Plaistow and the rest of Greater London. Call to arrange a visit and a quote.

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