GRP Fibreglass Flat Roofing in Tooting
Tooting is dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets, plus the early 20th-century Totterdown Fields cottage estate. Many homes have rear extensions and loft dormers, so flat roofs, valley gutters and chimney stacks are where problems most often appear.
GRP, or glass reinforced plastic, is a polyester resin reinforced with chopped glass fibres to form a tough, 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. 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 Tooting, call 07467 757 367.
Where We Fit GRP Roofs in Tooting
Extension Roofs
Kitchen, rear and side extensions with flat roofs are ideal for GRP, giving a neat, seamless finish.
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.
Dormer Roofs
GRP is lightweight and easy to form around upstands, making it well suited to dormer roofs on loft conversions.
Balconies and Roof Terraces
With the right deck and topcoat, GRP can create a hard-wearing waterproof surface for balconies and terraces.
Garages and Outbuildings
Replace tired felt on garages, sheds and outbuildings with a GRP roof that needs very little maintenance.
GRP Fibreglass Roofs for Homes and Businesses in Tooting
Back extensions and loft dormers have given countless Tooting homes a small flat roof or two, and that is just the kind of space GRP fibreglass is made for. It is also a good fit for garages, porches and balconies.
Our GRP roofs are single-ply laminate laid over an 18mm OSB3 deck, finished with GRP edge trims and a protective topcoat. The finished surface is seamless, with no joins for rain to work into, and it can last 20 years or more when installed properly. Grey is the usual finish, but other colours can be arranged. When we replace an old felt roof with GRP, we check the deck underneath and renew it where needed rather than laying over a weak base. We install GRP for homeowners in Streatham and Norbury too.
Our Staines head office is about 15 miles from Tooting, and we regularly work on homes and businesses across the 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 Wandsworth Council before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Covering Tooting and Nearby Areas
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GRP Fibreglass Roofs in Tooting: Your Questions Answered
Can you replace the felt on my Tooting extension with GRP?
Yes. We remove the old felt, check the structure and lay a new 18mm OSB3 deck where needed, then apply a single-ply GRP laminate with edge trims and a topcoat. The seamless finish suits small extension roofs and can last 20 years or more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Is GRP better than felt for flat roofs in Tooting?
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.
Get a GRP Roofing Quote in Tooting
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