Flat roofing in Solihull

Before your flat roof in Solihull

Live in a conservation area or a listed building in Solihull? Check with Solihull Council before changing the outside of your home. Otherwise the main rules for your flat roof are Building Regulations, and we'll explain at the survey which certificates you'll receive.

Rotten decking is only found once the old roof is stripped, and any repair is agreed in writing first.
Most flat roof leaks start at edges, joints, outlets or wall abutments.
Turning a flat roof into a pitched roof, or adding a roof terrace, usually needs planning permission.

Postcode district: B91
Planning and building control: Solihull Council
From our West Bromwich base: About 12 miles to the centre

Choices to weigh up in Solihull

EPDM rubber roof

A single sheet of synthetic rubber bonded to the deck, often in one piece with no joints on smaller roofs. EPDM handles temperature changes well, is quick to lay and needs little maintenance. It's a good all-round choice for garages and extensions, though it has a plain black finish and needs care around complex details.

Torch-on felt

Modern reinforced bitumen membranes laid in two or three layers, bonded with heat. They're tougher and longer-lasting than old felt and suit roofs with lots of upstands and pipes. Felt is often the cheapest option, but it takes longer to lay and naked flames on site need extra fire precautions.

Guide prices for Solihull

Guide prices start at £1,300 and run to £7,500 depending on size and specification. Strip and replace a 20 m² rear extension roof in EPDM, with new deck and warm-roof insulation: around £3,200–£4,600.

Guide prices for flat roofing
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Single garage roof	£1,300 – £2,600	About 15–18 m², strip and re-cover
Rear extension roof	£2,400 – £5,200	About 20–30 m², usually with insulation
Dormer or larger roof	£3,800 – £7,500	Upper-floor access, scaffold and detailing

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

Your questions answered

What guarantee comes with a flat roof?

The membrane and related materials are covered by the manufacturer's guarantee, and the terms for your roof are set out in your quote. Some manufacturers' guarantees depend on the roof being installed to their specification and inspected, which is worth asking about. Keep the paperwork with your building regulations certificate.

How do I book a survey in Solihull?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your flat roof and arrange a time to visit.

How should I prepare for a new flat roof?

Clear the garage or room below of valuables in case of dust from the deck, and move cars if the skip or materials need the drive. Let us know about any satellite dishes, vents or pipes on the roof. If the roof is next to a neighbour's wall or boundary, a quick word with them about access helps.

Does Solihull Council need to approve my flat roof?

You won't usually need planning permission, but the work must meet Building Regulations. Building control in Solihull is provided by Solihull Council or a registered building control approver, and some work is self-certified by registered installers.

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We'll inspect your roof in Solihull and give you a fixed price for the agreed specification, with the membrane named in writing.