GRP Fibreglass Flat Roofing in Histon
Histon, once home to the Chivers jam factory, has a village centre with period cottages and plenty of 20th-century family homes. Tile roof repairs, fascias and guttering and flat-roofed extensions are typical jobs here.
Glass reinforced plastic, known as GRP or fibreglass, combines polyester resin with chopped glass fibres to create a strong, waterproof laminate. Originally popular in boat building for its strength and resistance to corrosion, it has become a leading choice for flat roofs.
A typical GRP roof we install has an 18mm OSB3 deck, a single-ply fibreglass laminate, GRP edge trims and a durable topcoat. The result is a lightweight, seamless roof that handles temperature extremes well and can last for over 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 Histon, call 07467 757 367.
Where We Fit GRP Roofs in Histon
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.
Flat Roof Replacement
We strip old felt or failed coverings, renew the deck where needed and lay a new GRP roof.
Porches and Bay Roofs
Small flat roofs over porches and bay windows can be finished in GRP with matching edge trims.
Extension Roofs
Kitchen, rear and side extensions with flat roofs are ideal for GRP, giving a neat, seamless finish.
Garages and Outbuildings
Replace tired felt on garages, sheds and outbuildings with a GRP roof that needs very little maintenance.
Local GRP Fibreglass Roofs Specialists in Histon
Flat-roofed extensions are a familiar sight in Histon, added to family homes over several decades. Many of the older ones still have felt coverings that have cracked or blistered, and when they need replacing, GRP fibreglass is often our recommendation.
We lay a new 18mm OSB3 deck, apply a single-ply GRP laminate and finish with GRP edge trims and a topcoat, usually grey, though other colours are available. The result is seamless, with no joints to leak, and it can last 20 years or more. GRP also suits dormers, garages, porches and balconies. If you are planning a new extension or replacing a failing roof in Histon, we can help. We fit GRP roofs in Milton and Cambridge too.
Our second office serves Cambridgeshire and the neighbouring counties, so Histon is part of our regular working area. 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 South Cambridgeshire District Council before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Covering Histon and Nearby Areas
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GRP Fibreglass Roofs in Histon: Your Questions Answered
Can you replace the felt roof on my Histon extension with GRP?
Yes. We remove the old felt, check the structure and lay a new 18mm OSB3 deck before applying the GRP laminate, edge trims and topcoat. GRP is seamless and can last 20 years or more, which makes it a popular choice for extensions.
What is a GRP fibreglass roof?
GRP stands for glass reinforced plastic. Resin and glass fibre matting are laid over a timber deck to form a single seamless, waterproof layer, finished with edge trims and a topcoat.
What colours are available?
Most GRP roofs are finished with a grey topcoat, but other colours are available to suit your property.
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.
Is GRP better than felt for flat roofs in Histon?
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.
Get a GRP Roofing Quote in Histon
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