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Flat Roofing in Louth — C R Smith & Son roofers

Louth · Lincolnshire · LN11

Flat Roofing in Louth

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.

  • Family run business
  • Over 20 years experience
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  • 7 days a week

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Flat Roofing

Expert Flat Roofing in Louth

Louth's Georgian streets, known as the capital of the Lincolnshire Wolds, often have flat-roofed extensions added over the years that need careful attention alongside the main roof. C R Smith & Son fits felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass systems across Louth, and every quote is free and written, with a full breakdown before you commit to anything.

C R Smith & Son covers Louth (LN11) and the surrounding villages, including Keddington, Legbourne, Fotherby, Little Cawthorpe and Welton le Wold.

Flat Roofing in Louth — C R Smith & Son

Cost

How Much Is Flat Roofing in Louth?

There's no single price for flat roofing in Louth, 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
  • 5Louth's period properties sometimes carry conservation area considerations worth checking before any flat roofing work starts

What's included

What Our Flat Roofing in Louth Includes

Louth'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 Louth

Not every flat roof in Louth 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 Louth

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 Louth

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 Louth

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 Louth

Why choose us

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

  • Flat roofers for Louth who work on rear extensions, dormers and outbuildings behind the town's period houses
  • Over 20 years laying flat roofs on Lincolnshire properties, old and new
  • Free, no-obligation written quotes for Louth flat roofs, covering the deck, system, lead work and trims
  • Family-run and on the tools 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm
  • Lead and flashing details done properly where a new flat roof meets old brickwork
  • Call our Louth number and you'll speak to the roofer, never a sales team

Reviews

What Louth Customers Say About Us

4.7 out of 5from 58 reviews on Local Quotes
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“Very quick to respond. Very helpful. Did emergency fix there and then. Completed all few days later. Good price. Would recommend.”
Tracey U · LN10January 2024
“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

How it works

How Our Flat Roofing in Louth Works

Behind many Louth frontages there's a flat-roofed addition built long after the house, so here's how we re-roof one:

  1. 1

    Survey and quote

    We look at the deck, the fall and the joint with the original wall, and check how materials will reach the back of the property.

  2. 2

    Protect and strip

    Paths, yards and gardens are protected, then the old covering comes off and decayed boards are replaced.

  3. 3

    Lay the system

    Felt, EPDM rubber or GRP is laid with a proper fall, and dressed up under new lead or into the brickwork.

  4. 4

    Finish and tidy

    Trims and edges are fixed, water is checked running to the outlet, and the area is cleaned before we go.

Our work

Recent Roofing Work Near Louth

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FAQs about Flat Roofing in Louth

Will a flat roof extension look out of place on a period Louth property?

Not if it's finished properly with the right trims and detailing. Plenty of period properties in Louth have flat-roofed extensions that sit comfortably alongside the original building.

Can you replace the flat roof on a dormer in a Louth period property?

Yes. Dormers on older houses are small but exposed, and the detailing where they meet slate or pantiles is what keeps them dry. We'll match the trims and lead work to the property so the dormer looks right as well as performing well.

Is there a flat roof option that looks right in a conservation area?

A flat roof is usually out of sight from the street, but where it can be seen, a dark EPDM membrane or a lead-coloured finish often sits better on a period building than bright trims. If you're in Louth's conservation area, we'll tell you when it's worth checking with the council first.

Can you get materials to the back of a terrace in the town centre?

Usually, yes. Some Louth terraces have rear access or yards, and where they don't, we carry everything through with the route sheeted and protected. We'll work it out with you at the survey.

Why does my old felt flat roof keep blistering?

Blisters in felt usually form where moisture or air is trapped beneath the covering and expands in warm weather. A few small ones aren't always a problem, but widespread blistering means the felt is near the end of its life. We'll advise whether to repair or replace.

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 Louth and the Surrounding Area

C R Smith & Son covers Louth (LN11) and the surrounding villages, including Keddington, Legbourne, Fotherby, Little Cawthorpe and Welton le Wold. If you're just outside Louth, we're also on hand for flat roofing in Horncastle, Mablethorpe and Market Rasen.

Looking for a service other than Flat Roofs in Louth LN11?

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

Not in Louth, but still need Flat Roofs?

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

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