Flat Roof Replacement Cardiff EPDM Rubber Roofing Explained

Behind a lot of Cardiff front doors there's a small flat roof that nobody thinks about until it leaks. It might sit over the back kitchen of a terrace in Roath or Splott, or over a garage in Llanishen, and chances are it was covered in felt many years ago. Flat roof replacement is one of the services Redland Roofing Cardiff is most often praised for, with nine Google reviews mentioning it by name. Here's how these family-run Cardiff roofers approach the job, and why they use EPDM rubber. The work starts by stripping off the old felt completely. Laying new material over a tired surface only hides problems, so everything comes off. That also gives the chance to check the timbers underneath before anything new goes down. Next, new tongue-and-groove sterling board decking is fixed in place. Sterling board is an engineered timber sheet, and the tongue-and-groove edges lock each board to the next, giving a flat, firm and continuous base with no gaps for the membrane to sag into. A good deck is the part you never see, and it's the part that decides how well the finished roof performs. On top goes an EPDM rubber membrane. EPDM is a synthetic rubber that stays flexible through hot summers and cold winters, so it copes well with the temperature swings and heavy rain Cardiff sees each year. It can often be laid as a single sheet, which means far fewer joints than an old felt roof, and joints are usually where felt gives up first. The edges are finished neatly around walls and outlets so water runs off into the gutter rather than creeping underneath. It's a tidy answer for rear kitchen extensions on Roath and Splott terraces, bathroom outriggers in Adamsdown, and the felt garage roofs found behind so many 1930s semis in Llanishen and Cyncoed.

Redland Roofing Cardiff | 1 Trecinon Rd, Rumney, Cardiff CF3 1TE | 07884 013048

Customers on Google often mention the before-and-after photos they're sent Great post to read during a flat roof job, so you can see the old felt, the new deck and the finished rubber for yourself. Redland Roofing Cardiff holds a 4.8 rating from 204 reviews, every job is fully insured, and the workmanship is guarantee-backed. Quotes are free, and the figure you agree is the figure you pay, with no hidden costs. If your flat roof is ponding, blistering or letting water in, call 07884 013048 for a free, no-obligation look. From the base in Rumney, it's a short drive along Newport Road or Eastern Avenue into Roath, Splott, Llanishen and the rest of Cardiff.

Redland Roofing Cardiff Address: 1 Trecinon Rd, Rumney, Cardiff CF3 1TE Phone: 07884 013048 FAQ About Roofers Cardiff How much should I pay for roof repairs in Cardiff? It depends on the damage, the roof type and access. As a rough guide, Redland Roofing Cardiff price minor jobs such as replacing a few broken tiles from around £150 to £300, while storm damage or new flashing usually runs from £300 to £800 or more. Every quote is free and written down before any work starts, so there are no surprises. How can I tell a dodgy roofer from a good one? Be wary of anyone who knocks on the door uninvited, pushes for cash up front or claims the whole roof needs replacing without showing you why. A reputable Cardiff roofer will give a written quote, explain the guarantee, confirm they are insured and show you photos of the problem. Redland Roofing Cardiff do all of this as standard on every job. Who are some reputable roofers in Cardiff? Look for an established local firm with a long track record and plenty of genuine reviews. Redland Roofing Cardiff are an independent, family-run business that has served Cardiff and South East Wales for over 30 years and holds a 4.8-star rating from more than 200 Google reviews. They are based at 1 Trecinon Road in Rumney and cover the whole city. Does my roofer have to give me a guarantee in writing? You should always ask for it. Redland Roofing Cardiff set out the guarantee on labour in every written quote, and materials carry manufacturer warranties where applicable. If anything isn't right after the job, the team come back and put it right. How do I know if a roofer is any good? Check recent reviews, ask how long they have been trading and see whether they explain the problem clearly before quoting. Redland Roofing Cardiff customers often mention being shown photos of the issue, quick next-day repairs and tidy, polite teams. A roofer who recommends a repair rather than an unnecessary replacement is usually a good sign. What questions should I ask my roofer before work starts? Ask what exactly is wrong and how they know, what the written quote includes, how long the job will take, whether they are insured and what guarantee you get. For a full re-roof, ask how the house will be kept dry overnight. Redland Roofing Cardiff leave roofs watertight at the end of every working day and give a clear timeline before starting. How long does a roof last in Wales? Welsh rain, coastal winds and freeze-thaw cycles all shorten roof life. A well-installed concrete or clay tile roof can last 40 to 60 years with maintenance, and good slate can outlast the building. Felt flat roofs tend to last 10 to 15 years, while EPDM rubber, which Redland Roofing Cardiff specialise in, can last 25 to 30 years or more. What usually causes a roof to leak? The most common culprits on Cardiff homes are slipped or missing tiles, cracked flashing around chimneys, blocked gutters, worn valleys and failed lead joints. On extensions and garages, flat roofs often leak where the surface has cracked or a joint has opened. Redland Roofing Cardiff trace the source first so you only pay to fix the real problem. Do I need planning permission to replace my roof in Cardiff? A like-for-like replacement on a standard house usually falls under permitted development. In conservation areas such as Pontcanna, parts of Roath and Llandaff, on listed buildings, or if you are changing materials, you may need consent from Cardiff Council. Redland Roofing Cardiff can advise on this during the free assessment. How quickly can a roofer come out in an emergency? Redland Roofing Cardiff run a 24/7 emergency service across Cardiff and South East Wales for storm damage and sudden leaks. The aim is to get someone to you as quickly as possible and make the roof watertight. Call 07884 013048 at any time of day or night. How long does a full roof replacement take? A standard terraced or semi-detached house in Cardiff typically takes 2 to 4 days, weather permitting. Larger detached homes, such as many in Cyncoed and Lisvane, or roofs with complex shapes usually take 4 to 7 days. Redland Roofing Cardiff confirm the timeline in writing before work begins.