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Flat Roofing in Skegness — C R Smith & Son roofers

Skegness · Lincolnshire · PE25

Flat Roofing in Skegness

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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Flat Roofing

Expert Flat Roofing in Skegness

Skegness's seaside position means flat roofs here take more of a battering from salt-laden wind and weather than further inland, whether it's a guest house extension near the seafront or a garage on a residential estate. C R Smith & Son fits felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass systems across Skegness, choosing the covering that copes best with coastal exposure.

C R Smith & Son covers Skegness (PE25) and the surrounding villages, including Winthorpe, Addlethorpe, Croft, Hogsthorpe and Burgh le Marsh.

Flat Roofing in Skegness — C R Smith & Son

Cost

How Much Is Flat Roofing in Skegness?

There's no single price for flat roofing in Skegness, 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
  • 5Skegness's coastal exposure is worth factoring into system choice, which we'll discuss when we visit

What's included

What Our Flat Roofing in Skegness Includes

Skegness'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 Skegness

Not every flat roof in Skegness 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 Skegness

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 Skegness

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 Skegness

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 Skegness

Why choose us

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

  • Local Skegness roofers who see what salt wind and driving rain do to flat roof edges and trims along the coast
  • Over 20 years fitting flat roofs on guest houses, bungalow extensions and garages across Lincolnshire
  • Free, no-obligation written quotes that set out how the edges and trims will be fixed, not just which covering we'll use
  • Family-run, 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm, so a guest house roof can be booked in around your season
  • Tidy work with outlets, gutters and the site left clear, which matters with sand and wind-blown debris near the sea
  • A local Skegness number, so you deal with the roofer directly, not a national switchboard

Reviews

What Skegness Customers Say About Us

4.7 out of 5from 58 reviews on Local Quotes
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“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
“Friendly and efficient service. Very pleased with the prompt service.”
Barbara H · PE26September 2023
“Very efficient, on time both days.”
Jean J · PE21November 2023

How it works

How Our Flat Roofing in Skegness Works

On the coast, flat roofs tend to fail at the edges first, so here's how we put a new one on in Skegness:

  1. 1

    Survey and quote

    We check the deck, the falls and the edges, and how exposed the roof is to wind off the sea, then quote with the trims and fixings written in.

  2. 2

    Plan the timing

    For guest houses and holiday lets we agree dates around your bookings, ideally outside the busiest summer weeks.

  3. 3

    Strip and lay

    The old covering comes off, the deck is made sound, and the new EPDM, GRP or felt system is laid with edges bonded and trims mechanically fixed.

  4. 4

    Clear outlets and test

    We clear outlets and gutters of sand and debris, check water drains away properly, and leave the site clean.

Our work

Recent Roofing Work Near Skegness

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

FAQs about Flat Roofing in Skegness

Which flat roofing system copes best with Skegness's coastal weather?

EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass both cope well with salt-laden wind and driving rain, with fewer joints than felt for water to find a way in. We'll recommend what suits your specific roof.

Why do flat roof edges lift on Skegness properties?

Strong wind off the sea gets under loose trims and poorly bonded edges and works them free over time. On a new roof we bond the edges properly and fix the trims mechanically, so the wind has nothing to catch.

Can a flat roof be used as a balcony or terrace?

GRP fibreglass gives a hard, walkable finish, but a roof you plan to stand on needs a deck and structure designed for it, and may need Building Regulations or planning approval. We'll tell you honestly whether your roof is suitable before quoting.

Can you replace my guest house extension roof outside the summer season?

Yes. Many Skegness guest houses and holiday lets prefer the work done between autumn and spring, so get in touch early and we'll book the job around your guests.

How do I stop the outlets on my flat roof blocking?

Near the coast, sand, leaves and wind-blown debris collect around outlets and stop water draining. A quick clear a couple of times a year helps, and we'll make sure the outlets and gutters are clear and properly sized when the new roof goes on.

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 Skegness and the Surrounding Area

C R Smith & Son covers Skegness (PE25) and the surrounding villages, including Winthorpe, Addlethorpe, Croft, Hogsthorpe and Burgh le Marsh. If you're just outside Skegness, we're also on hand for flat roofing in Ingoldmells, Gibraltar and Mablethorpe.

Looking for a service other than Flat Roofs in Skegness PE25?

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

Not in Skegness, but still need Flat Roofs?

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

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