Dryridge Roofing & Building provides flat roofing across Dover, Deal, Folkestone, Canterbury and the rest of East Kent. Old felt flat roofs are notorious for blistering, cracking and leaking. Every job starts with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
Old felt flat roofs are notorious for blistering, cracking and leaking. Modern flat roofing systems are a different story. Properly installed on a sound deck, they give you a seamless, long-lasting waterproof finish.
We replace and repair flat roofs on extensions, garages, dormers, porches and bay windows. We check and replace the decking where needed, add insulation where it is required, and finish with neat trims and properly falling drainage.
Signs you need flat roofing
- Ponding water that sits on the roof for days after rain
- Blisters, splits or cracks in the surface
- Leaks or damp patches on ceilings below
- A soft or spongy deck when walked on
- Lifted edges or failed trims
Your flat roofing options
EPDM rubber
A single-sheet rubber membrane with no joints across the roof. Flexible and long-lasting.
GRP fibreglass
A seamless, hard-wearing finish that suits roofs which are walked on, like balconies.
Torch-on felt
Modern multi-layer felt systems. Proven, robust and cost-effective.
Warm roof upgrade
Insulation added above the deck to meet current regulations and reduce heat loss.
How we work
Survey
We check the covering, deck, falls, drainage and any upstands.
Recommend
We match the right system to how the roof is used and your budget.
Strip & deck
Old covering removed, with rotten decking replaced and falls corrected.
Install & trim
New system laid, with edges, trims, upstands and outlets detailed properly.
Why it is worth doing properly
- Modern systems far outlast old-style felt
- Seamless finishes leave fewer weak points for water
- Insulation upgrade can cut heating bills
- Neat trims give a clean, modern look
Flat Roofing: frequently asked questions
What is the best material for a flat roof?
It depends on the roof. EPDM rubber is excellent for most extensions and garages. GRP suits roofs that get foot traffic. Modern torch-on felt is a good-value, proven option. We recommend based on your roof, not a single favourite product.
Can a flat roof be repaired rather than replaced?
Often, yes, especially if the problem is isolated, such as one split or a failed edge. If the deck is rotten or the covering has failed widely, replacement is the better investment.
Why does water pool on my flat roof?
Usually because the deck has sagged or was laid without enough fall. We correct the falls when replacing the roof so water drains away.
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Flat Roofing near you
We provide flat roofing throughout East Kent, including: