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Flat Roof Repair in Tunbridge Wells
Flat roofs on rear extensions in Tunbridge Wells sit quietly behind grander Victorian frontages until they start to leak.
Flat Roof Repair in Tunbridge Wells
Many Victorian villas and terraces in Tunbridge Wells have had kitchen or bathroom extensions added at the rear over the years, usually finished with a flat felt or asphalt roof quite different in style to the slate above. These additions are often the first part of a property to need attention, simply because the materials don't last as long as the original slate roof.
Being a longer journey from our base, we fit flat roof repairs in Tunbridge Wells around the rest of our schedule, but we're happy to take a look and give an honest view on timing.
Flat roofs in Tunbridge Wells are mostly found on rear extensions to Victorian and Edwardian villas and terraces, along with garages and outbuildings in the more suburban areas around Rusthall and St Johns.
Local knowledge
Flat roof issues around Tunbridge Wells
01
Older felt on Victorian rear additions
Extensions built decades ago onto older villas often still carry original felt coverings that have become brittle.
02
Junctions with slate roofs above
Where a flat extension roof meets the slate roof of the main house, the flashing detail needs careful attention to avoid leaks tracking into the roof void.
03
Suburban garage roofs
Garages in the suburbs around Rusthall and St Johns often have simple flat roofs that get overlooked during general maintenance.
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Questions from Tunbridge Wells homeowners
Can you repair a flat roof extension on a Victorian house?
Yes, and we take extra care at the junction with the slate roof above, which is usually where problems start.
Do you cover flat roof repairs in Tunbridge Wells?
Yes, though it's towards the edge of our area so timing depends on workload. Send a photo on WhatsApp and we'll come back to you as soon as we can.
Is it worth recovering an old felt roof rather than patching?
If the felt is generally brittle rather than just damaged in one spot, a full recovering is usually the better value option.
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Need a roofer in Tunbridge Wells?
Whether it's a leaking roof, an ageing flat roof, a damaged chimney, failing leadwork or a brick wall that needs rebuilding, speak directly to an experienced local contractor.
Just straightforward advice from people who know the trade.