New Roofs in West Bridgford for Edwardian Houses and Extensions
West Bridgford is a well-established suburb just south of the River Trent, and a lot of its houses have grown over time. A larger Edwardian house or an inter-war semi may now carry the original pitched roof, a side addition, and a flat roof at the back, each built in a different decade. A new roof project here is often several projects wrapped into one.
We are based in Beckingham and cover West Bridgford for new roofs, complete replacements and fresh coverings on extensions. Before suggesting a material we look at the pitch, the structure underneath and how exposed the roof is, so that what goes on is right for what is there.
Replacing the main roof
On a larger Edwardian house the choice is often between natural slate, a manufactured alternative, or clay and concrete tiles. Each looks different and behaves differently, and the weight and fixing requirements affect what the timbers can take.
A full replacement can include stripping the old covering, inspecting the structure, replacing any components that need it and fitting the new system. Planning permission or building regulations may apply to new roofs and extensions, so check with your local council.
- Tiled installations in clay or concrete
- Slate roofs, natural or manufactured, with suitable fixings
- Full strip and re-roof with structural inspection
- Replacement of timbers or battens that are found to be defective
Side and rear extensions
Because so many West Bridgford homes have been extended, the roofs over additions matter as much as the main one. A flat roof can be laid in EPDM rubber, felt or GRP fibreglass, while a pitched extension can be covered to complement the existing tiles or slates.
Garage roofs are covered in the same way. To discuss a new roof, call or WhatsApp with photos of the existing one and what you have in mind, and we can give you a quote.
- EPDM, felt or GRP flat roof systems
- Pitched extension roofs that complement the house
- Garage roofing with proper weather protection
New Roofs: examples
Illustrative images of the systems and repairs involved. See the full gallery.
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New Roofs in West Bridgford: common questions
Can you re-roof the main house and the extension in one project?
Yes, they can be planned together so the coverings are consistent where they meet. Where roof types differ, we would explain how they join and drain.
Does a new roof on a larger house need extra support?
Heavier coverings such as natural slate place more load on the structure, so the timbers need to be checked. That is part of the assessment before we recommend a covering. We would also look at the battens and underlay at the same time.
New Roofs quote in West Bridgford
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