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Flat Roofing in Horncastle — C R Smith & Son roofers

Horncastle · Lincolnshire · LN9

Flat Roofing in Horncastle

Flat roofs on extensions, garages and dormers need the right covering to stay watertight. We fit felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass systems that shed water and last for years.

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  • Over 20 years experience
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  • 7 days a week

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Flat Roofing

Expert Flat Roofing in Horncastle

Horncastle's market town streets, known for the antiques trade, often have older extensions with flat roofs that need careful attention. C R Smith & Son fits felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass systems across Horncastle, and every quote is free and written, with a full breakdown before you commit to anything.

C R Smith & Son covers Horncastle (LN9) and the surrounding villages, including Mareham le Fen, West Ashby, Scrivelsby, Haltham and Thimbleby.

Flat Roofing in Horncastle — C R Smith & Son

Cost

How Much Is Flat Roofing in Horncastle?

There's no single price for flat roofing in Horncastle, since every roof is different. What we can promise is a free, no-obligation written quote with a full breakdown before any work starts. The main things that affect cost are:

  • 1The size of the roof, from a small porch covering to a larger outbuilding
  • 2Which system you choose, felt, EPDM rubber or GRP fibreglass
  • 3The condition of the existing deck and whether it needs repairing or renewing
  • 4How much of the old covering needs stripping off and disposing of
  • 5Horncastle's older properties sometimes need extra attention to the deck underneath, which we'll check and factor into your quote

What's included

What Our Flat Roofing in Horncastle Includes

Horncastle's flat roofs range from small porch and garage coverings to larger outbuilding roofs, so getting the deck and falls right matters as much as the covering itself.

Stripping the existing covering back to a sound timber or ply deck
Repairing or over-boarding the deck where it has sagged or rotted
Fitting felt, EPDM rubber or GRP fibreglass, chosen to suit the size and use of the roof
Building in the correct fall so water runs to the outlet rather than sitting on the roof
New trims, drip edges and upstands finished properly around walls and abutments

Systems we fit

Types of Flat Roofing C R Smith & Son Installs in Horncastle

Not every flat roof in Horncastle needs the same covering. The right system depends on the building, the budget and how the roof will be used, so here's how the three systems we fit compare.

Felt Roofing fitted by C R Smith & Son near Horncastle

Felt Roofing

Felt is still a common, budget-friendly choice on smaller roofs like porches and garden stores, where a straightforward covering does the job without a large outlay. It's quick to fit and easy to repair, though it has the shortest lifespan of the three systems we offer.

EPDM Rubber Roofing fitted by C R Smith & Son near Horncastle

EPDM Rubber Roofing

For extensions and outbuildings that need to shrug off standing water for years without fuss, EPDM rubber is usually our first recommendation. It comes as a single seamless sheet, so there are far fewer joints to fail than with felt.

GRP Fibreglass Roofing fitted by C R Smith & Son near Horncastle

GRP Fibreglass Roofing

GRP fibreglass gives a hard, walkable finish, which suits flat roofs that double as access routes or sit above storage areas. It's more expensive to fit than felt but forms a genuinely seamless, glass-like surface once cured.

A C R Smith & Son roofer at work near Horncastle

Why choose us

Why Choose C R Smith & Son for Flat Roofing in Horncastle

  • Flat roofers covering Horncastle, used to rear extensions, workshops and outbuildings behind the town's older properties
  • Over 20 years of flat roofing on Lincolnshire homes and businesses
  • Free, no-obligation written quotes for Horncastle flat roofs, with deck repairs and the chosen system set out
  • Family-run, laying flat roofs 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm
  • Careful upstands and flashings where a flat roof joins old brick, so the join stays dry
  • A local number that connects you to the Horncastle roofer doing the work

Reviews

What Horncastle Customers Say About Us

4.7 out of 5from 58 reviews on Local Quotes
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“Very efficient, on time both days.”
Jean J · PE21November 2023
“Very nice young man, he went through in detail how to fix the problem and the quote was written for us to peruse. Very good service.”
Ann S · LE15September 2023
“He gave a clear quote and breakdown. Was able to do the work very soon which was needed due to the impending rain. He kept me up to date and respected the property when working on it.”
Kat GJuly 2023

How it works

How Our Flat Roofing in Horncastle Works

Horncastle's older yards and outbuildings often hide tired flat roofs, so here's how we replace one:

  1. 1

    Survey and quote

    We check the deck, the fall and how the roof meets the walls, and look at how we'll get materials into the yard or garden.

  2. 2

    Strip and repair

    The old covering comes off, rotten boards and joists are dealt with, and the fall is improved if water has been pooling.

  3. 3

    Lay the system

    EPDM rubber, GRP or felt is laid and dressed up the walls, with trims and flashings fixed neatly.

  4. 4

    Check and clear

    We check water drains to the gutter or outlet, finish the edges and remove all waste.

Our work

Recent Roofing Work Near Horncastle

A selection of real jobs from C R Smith & Son across Lincolnshire.

FAQs about Flat Roofing in Horncastle

Will a flat roof extension look out of place on an older Horncastle property?

Not if it's finished properly with the right trims and detailing. We'll make sure the finished roof sits comfortably alongside the original building.

Can you replace the roof on an old brick outbuilding or workshop?

Yes. Plenty of Horncastle properties have brick stores, workshops or garages with flat roofs. EPDM rubber suits larger areas well as it goes on in a single sheet, and we'll check the walls and timbers can support it.

Why does my extension flat roof feel spongy underfoot?

A spongy deck usually means the boards underneath have got wet and started to rot, often from a long-term leak. The covering can't be relaid on that, so we replace the soft boards before laying the new roof.

Can I have a roof light in my new flat roof?

Yes. Roof lights can be built into EPDM and GRP roofs, and replacing the roof is a good time to add or upgrade one. We'll make sure the upstand around it is detailed properly so it doesn't leak.

Is felt still worth considering for a Horncastle outbuilding?

For a small shed or outbuilding on a tight budget, modern felt systems can still make sense. For extensions and larger roofs, EPDM or GRP will usually last longer and need less upkeep. We'll set out the options side by side when we quote.

Is the quote free?

Yes. Every quote from C R Smith & Son is free and without obligation, with a clear breakdown of the system and cost.

Serving Horncastle and the Surrounding Area

C R Smith & Son covers Horncastle (LN9) and the surrounding villages, including Mareham le Fen, West Ashby, Scrivelsby, Haltham and Thimbleby. If you're just outside Horncastle, we're also on hand for flat roofing in Louth, Market Rasen and Mablethorpe.

Looking for a service other than Flat Roofs in Horncastle LN9?

We also offer a number of other services around the Horncastle area:

Not in Horncastle, but still need Flat Roofs?

We have years of experience providing our Horncastle clients with Flat Roofs, however, we also cover:

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