EPDM and fibreglass flat roofs in Colchester
We are based at Costessey near Norwich and reach Colchester via the A12, about 18 miles from Ipswich. That matters for flat roofing & epdm: it decides how quickly we can inspect, how we get materials on site, and how we sequence work on Victorian terraces and garrison-era housing.
- County
- Essex
- Postcode
- CO1, CO2, CO3
- Access
- A12
- From Ipswich
- ~18 miles
How we approach flat roofing & epdm here
EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs for extensions, garages, dormers and outbuildings, with proper falls, trims and outlets.
- EPDM rubber roofs
- GRP fibreglass roofs
- Torch-on felt systems
- Extensions, garages and dormers
What happens after you call
Deck inspection
We lift a section to see the deck; nothing is laid over boards that are soft or damp.
Falls and detailing set out
Firrings, outlet positions and upstand heights are agreed before the membrane arrives.
Membrane installation
EPDM, GRP or felt installed with trims and upstands dressed properly at every edge.
Water test and handover
Outlets checked under flow, edges walked, and the finished roof handed over with the system details.
Our Essex service radius
Working out from Colchester we regularly cover Manningtree, Sudbury, Braintree and Clacton-on-Sea — a practical radius rather than a marketing map. Flat Roofing & EPDM enquiries here are handled the same way. Work here falls under Colchester City Council and the CO1 postcode area.
Frequently working in and around Severalls business park, Colchester Business Park, garrison estate.
Covering Colchester and Ipswich
About 18 miles apart — both are normal working areas for us. Free inspection either way.
Specification options
- Falls and firrings
- Firring pieces set the fall so water leaves the roof rather than sitting on it.
- Warm-deck insulation build-ups
- Insulation above the deck keeps the structure warm and reduces condensation risk compared with old cold-deck details.
- Trims, upstands and outlets
- Edge trims, correctly formed upstands and adequate outlets — where nearly all flat roof failures actually begin.
- Torch-on felt systems
- Multi-layer bitumen for larger or awkward flats where a robust, easily repairable finish is the practical choice.
Flat Roofing & EPDM FAQs
- How long should a new flat roof last?
- A well-installed EPDM or GRP roof on a sound, correctly falling deck should give decades of service. What kills flat roofs early is ponding water, poor upstands and being laid over a wet deck — all avoidable.
- Is the roof walkable?
- GRP takes foot traffic and suits balconies and terraces. EPDM is fine for maintenance access but isn't intended as a walking surface — if you need a usable deck, say so and we'll specify accordingly.
- Can you overlay the existing felt?
- Only if the deck below is dry and sound, and we'll lift a section to check. Overlaying a soft deck buys a year or two and costs the whole job again.
- What does a flat roofing & epdm quote in Colchester cost?
- The inspection and the written quotation are free. The job price depends on the covering, the roof size, access and what we find under it — which is exactly why we won't price it over the phone.
- Can you work on commercial premises around Severalls 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 Colchester call us
System-appropriate guarantees
Flat roof systems carry manufacturer material guarantees; we tell you which applies rather than implying a blanket one.
Emergency call-out
We advertise a 24/7 emergency call-out for leaks and storm damage — call and we'll tell you honestly when we can be there.
Domestic and commercial
From a single slipped tile to Severalls business park, quoted on the same basis.
Getting a quote
We will lift a section of the existing roof before pricing. Laying new EPDM or fibreglass over a wet deck is the cheap answer that costs twice. Neighbours in Manningtree and Sudbury get the same service, and the written quote is yours to keep and compare.
Covering Colchester and Ipswich
About 18 miles apart — both are normal working areas for us. Free inspection either way.