Edinburgh at a glance
- Postcode districts
- EH1, EH2, EH3, EH4, EH5, EH6, EH7, EH8 and 9 more
- Population
- about 514,990 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- City of Edinburgh Council
- Building approval
- City of Edinburgh Council building standards
- Guide price region
- Scotland (−5% on West Midlands rates)
What flat roof work do we do in Edinburgh?
Torch-on felt roofing
Where a flat roof in Edinburgh already has a felt covering and the building owner wants like-for-like, torch-on is the natural replacement. The old roof is stripped, the deck checked and the new layers laid, often with warm-roof insulation added when the space below is heated.
EPDM rubber roofing
Choose EPDM in Edinburgh if you want a long service life without paying for a hard, walkable finish you do not need. With good detailing it typically lasts 25 years or more, and manufacturer material guarantees are available on many EPDM systems, registered for you where the system allows.
GRP fibreglass roofing
GRP is a good choice in Edinburgh when the roof will be seen or used: a dormer visible from the street, an extension overlooked by upstairs windows, or a roof that needs access for cleaning or maintenance. The hard, jointless finish and moulded trims give a neat result that copes with occasional foot traffic.
All flat roof services in Edinburgh:
- Garage roofs
- EPDM rubber roofing
- Torch-on felt roofing
- Green and sedum roofs
- Flat roof replacement
- Flats, HMOs and block roofs
- Liquid-applied roofing
- Extension and kitchen roofs
- Emergency leak repairs
- Commercial flat roofing
- Warm roof insulation upgrades
- Flat roof surveys and leak tracing
- Balconies and roof terraces
- GRP fibreglass roofing
- Flat roof repairs
- Dormer roofs
- Single-ply membrane roofing
How much does a flat roof cost in Edinburgh?
Guide prices at Scotland rates including VAT. New and replacement roofs get a fixed price after a free survey; repair prices are confirmed once we've found the problem.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £2,650–£4,650 |
| Porch or bay (4 m²), EPDM | £700–£1,200 |
| Extension (20 m²), felt, new deck + insulation | £2,550–£4,450 |
| Localised patch repair | £140–£480 |
| Single garage (18 m²), liquid-applied | £1,950–£3,100 |
What flat roofs are typical in and around Edinburgh?
In a city like Edinburgh flat roofs are mostly on low-rise post-war blocks of flats and shops with flat-roofed rear stores below flats. Local weather shapes the specification. Scotland averages roughly 1,570 mm of rain a year, with the west far wetter than the east, so drainage, falls and wind uplift are part of every specification we write. Approximate 1991–2020 regional averages based on Met Office data.
Who approves flat roof work in Edinburgh?
Where approval is needed it goes to City of Edinburgh Council building standards. In Scotland a building warrant is usually needed for alterations, structural work and new roofs; like-for-like repairs to a covering can be exempt. How the rules work.
Which places near Edinburgh do we cover?
Flat roofing in Edinburgh: questions
Do you cover Edinburgh?
Yes, including postcode districts EH1, EH2, EH3, EH4, EH5, EH6 and 11 more. Send your postcode with your enquiry and we'll arrange a survey.
Can you repair a leaking flat roof in Edinburgh?
Yes. We trace where the water is actually getting in first, because the leak inside is rarely under the defect outside, then repair with materials compatible with your roof.
Do you also cover Colinton?
Yes. Colinton is about 4 miles from Edinburgh and we cover it too.
Is a free survey available in Edinburgh?
Yes, for new and replacement roofs. A standalone condition survey or leak investigation report is a paid service.