Larke's Roofs — East Anglia roofing experts
East Suffolk Council · NR34

Roof repairs and replacement in Beccles

We are based at Costessey near Norwich and reach Beccles via the A146, about 17 miles from Norwich. That matters for roofing work: it decides how quickly we can inspect, how we get materials on site, and how we sequence work on Georgian town roofs and riverside homes.

County
Suffolk
Postcode
NR34
Access
A146
From Norwich
~17 miles
work in progress: code-rated lead flashing detail on a Georgian town roof in Beccles (NR34) off the A146 — general roofing across East Suffolk Council

How we approach roofing here

We cover pitched roofing, flat roofs, repairs and commercial work across Beccles and the surrounding Suffolk area.

  • Pitched roof repairs and re-covers
  • EPDM, GRP and felt flat roofs
  • Leadwork, valleys and flashings
  • Commercial and agricultural roofs

What happens after you call

  1. Talk it through

    A short call establishes property type, age and access — often enough to say what's likely before we arrive.

  2. On-site survey

    We check the deck, battens and detailing, not only the visible covering.

  3. Options, not one price

    Where there's a repair route and a replacement route, you get both with the trade-offs explained.

  4. Work scheduled around you

    Dates confirmed in advance and kept to where weather allows.

Our Suffolk service radius

Working out from Beccles we regularly cover Bungay, Lowestoft, Halesworth and Harleston — a practical radius rather than a marketing map. Work here falls under East Suffolk Council and the NR34 postcode area.

Frequently working in and around Ellough business park, Gresham Road units.

Covering Beccles and Norwich

About 17 miles apart — both are normal working areas for us. Free inspection either way.

Serving Beccles and nearby areas

Specification options

Torch-on felt systems
Multi-layer bitumen for larger flats and outbuildings where a robust, repairable finish suits the budget.
EPDM rubber membrane
Single-piece rubber for extensions, dormers and garages — no seams across the field of the roof.
Clay pantiles and plain tiles
Traditional coverings common across East Anglia; re-laid on new battens and breather membrane with matched replacements where tiles are salvageable.
Concrete interlocking tiles
The standard on post-war and modern estates. Clipped at verges and eaves where exposure demands it.

roofing FAQs

How long will the work take?
A repair is often the same day; a full re-cover on a typical house is usually a matter of days once scaffold is up. We give indicative dates with the quote and confirm them when materials are ordered.
How soon can someone look at a leak in NR34?
Call 07437 005301 and we'll arrange an inspection. We advertise a 24/7 emergency call-out for active leaks and storm damage, and we'll tell you on the phone what's realistic rather than promise a fixed time.
Our roof is Georgian town roofs — is that a problem?
No, it's typical for the area. Georgian town roofs is one of the most common types we work on locally, and we'll match materials where any of the existing covering is being retained.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Yes. Scaffold is struck, waste removed and gutters cleared before we invoice.
Can you work on commercial premises around Ellough business park?
Yes — shops, offices, workshops, agricultural and industrial units. Work is scheduled so trading and site access carry on where possible, and larger roofs are quoted with a planned maintenance option if that's more useful than a one-off repair.

Why customers in Beccles call us

  • Fully insured

    We carry insurance for the work we take on, and can confirm cover before we start.

  • Independent, Costessey based

    We're an independent firm at 41 The Street, Costessey, working out to Beccles ourselves rather than passing you to a national call centre.

  • Free inspections

    Inspections in Beccles are free and carry no obligation — including the written quotation.

Getting a quote

Next step is simple: a call on 07437 005301 or the contact form, then a look at the roof. From there you'll have a written specification and can decide in your own time. Neighbours in Bungay and Lowestoft get the same service, and the written quote is yours to keep and compare.

Covering Beccles and Norwich

About 17 miles apart — both are normal working areas for us. Free inspection either way.

Serving Beccles and nearby areas