GRP Fibreglass Flat Roofing in Eel Pie Island
Eel Pie Island is reached only by a footbridge, with boatyards, artists’ studios and a small number of homes on the island. With no vehicle access, roofing work here means planning ahead and carrying materials across by hand, and riverside damp makes good gutters and flashing essential.
Glass reinforced plastic, known as GRP or fibreglass, combines polyester resin with chopped glass fibres to create a strong, waterproof laminate. It was first widely used for boats because it is flexible and does not corrode, and it is now one of the most popular flat roofing systems.
A typical GRP roof we install has an 18mm OSB3 deck, a single-ply fibreglass laminate, GRP edge trims and a durable topcoat. Finished this way, the roof is lightweight and seamless, copes well with hot and cold weather, and can last more than 20 years.
Grey is the most popular topcoat, though we can offer other colours to keep the roof in keeping with your building. For a free GRP roofing quote in Eel Pie Island, call 07467 757 367.
Where We Fit GRP Roofs in Eel Pie Island
Flat Roof Replacement
We strip old felt or failed coverings, renew the deck where needed and lay a new GRP roof.
Garages and Outbuildings
Replace tired felt on garages, sheds and outbuildings with a GRP roof that needs very little maintenance.
Balconies and Roof Terraces
With the right deck and topcoat, GRP can create a hard-wearing waterproof surface for balconies and terraces.
Dormer Roofs
GRP is lightweight and easy to form around upstands, making it well suited to dormer roofs on loft conversions.
Extension Roofs
Kitchen, rear and side extensions with flat roofs are ideal for GRP, giving a neat, seamless finish.
Porches and Bay Roofs
Small flat roofs over porches and bay windows can be finished in GRP with matching edge trims.
Why Eel Pie Island Properties Need the Right GRP Fibreglass Roofs
Where studios, boatyard buildings or homes on Eel Pie Island have flat roofs, GRP fibreglass is well suited to the job. It is laid as a single-ply laminate over an 18mm OSB3 deck, with GRP edge trims and a topcoat, forming a seamless covering that keeps out damp river weather without joints to fail.
The materials are manageable to carry, which helps when everything must come across the footbridge. Grey is the standard finish, other colours are available, and a properly laid GRP roof can last 20 years or more. It works on extensions, dormers, porches, balconies and garages too. Because the old deck is replaced, any rot caused by years of riverside damp is removed at the same time. We install GRP roofs in Fulwell and Teddington as well.
At around 8 miles from our Staines office, Eel Pie Island sits within our core area across South West London. Like-for-like roof work does not usually need planning permission, but if your property is listed or in a conservation area it is worth checking with the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Roofers Serving Eel Pie Island and the Surrounding Area
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Common Questions About GRP Fibreglass Roofs in Eel Pie Island
Is GRP a sensible flat roof choice for a studio on Eel Pie Island?
It is a strong option. GRP forms a seamless, waterproof surface that copes well with damp riverside conditions and can last over 20 years. The materials are manageable to carry across the footbridge, and we lay it on a new OSB3 deck for a solid base.
How much does a GRP roof cost?
It depends on the size of the roof, the condition of the deck and access. We will look at the roof and give you a free, no-obligation quote.
What colours are available?
Most GRP roofs are finished with a grey topcoat, but other colours are available to suit your property.
Is GRP better than felt for flat roofs in Eel Pie Island?
GRP is seamless, so there are no joins for water to get through, and it does not need the regular maintenance that older felt roofs do. It is a popular upgrade when a felt roof fails.
Can GRP be laid over my existing flat roof?
Usually we strip the old covering and check the deck. If the deck is damaged or not suitable, we replace it with new OSB3 boards before laying the GRP.
How long does a GRP roof last?
A properly installed GRP roof can last for over 20 years and shows very little sign of wear in that time.
Get a GRP Roofing Quote in Eel Pie Island
Thinking about replacing a flat roof? Talk to us about GRP fibreglass and get a free, no-obligation quote.
Call 07467 757 367 or email info@highlineroofing.co.uk