Kempston at a glance
- Postcode districts
- MK42
- Population
- about 19,873 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- Bedford Borough Council
- Building approval
- Bedford Borough Council building control, or a registered building control approver
- Nearest main town
- Bedford, about 2 miles
- Guide price region
- East of England (+5% on West Midlands rates)
Why choose EPDM rubber roofing in Kempston?
Choose EPDM in Kempston 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.
In and around Kempston, flat roofs are typically found on bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers, and on 1930s semis with flat-roofed garages and kitchen extensions. The East of England is the driest part of Britain, with parts of the Anglian region around 630 mm a year, so summer heat and UV, not rainfall, do most of the ageing on a felt roof.
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in Kempston?
For Kempston we use East of England rates: £1,700–£2,950 is the guide for a typical 18 m² garage roof in EPDM, VAT included. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Single garage (18 m²), EPDM rubber | £1,700–£2,950 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £2,950–£5,150 |
| Porch or bay (4 m²), EPDM | £800–£1,300 |
How long does an EPDM roof last, and what guarantees come with it?
A well-specified EPDM roof typically lasts 25 to 50 years, and one BBA assessment of an EPDM membrane puts its expected life at 35 years or more. Problems usually come from poorly bonded upstands, damaged trims or ponding, rather than the rubber itself.
Three separate documents can sit behind an EPDM roof:
- Manufacturer material guarantee: covers the membrane and, on some systems, the wider build-up. Many need registration and a specified build-up, so we register it for you where the system allows.
- Our written workmanship guarantee: given on every re-roof, with the length set out in your quote.
- Insurance-backed guarantee: an option worth asking about if you want cover that does not depend on the contractor still trading.
A BBA certificate is an assessment of the product, not a guarantee. Our guide to flat roof guarantees explains the differences, and the lifespan guide compares EPDM with the other systems.
What's included?
- Written workmanship guarantee, plus manufacturer guarantee registration where available
- Warm-roof insulation and vapour control layer where required
- New drip and kerb trims, outlets and upstand details
- EPDM membrane fully bonded, in one sheet where the roof size allows
Building regulations in England
Replacing more than half of a flat roof over a heated room usually counts as renovating a thermal element, so the roof is insulated to around 0.16 W/m²K where that's technically and economically feasible, and the work is notified to building control: the council or a registered building control approver, unless a registered competent person self-certifies it. A roof on a new extension is built to 0.15 W/m²K. Patch repairs, and most unheated detached garages, don't trigger the upgrade. Structural changes, or a new covering that adds 15% or more to the roof's weight, also need approval. More on the rules.
Which nearby areas do we also cover?
- Bedford · 2 mi
- Ampthill · 6 mi
- Newport Pagnell · 10 mi
- Biggleswade · 10 mi
- Milton Keynes · 12 mi
- St Neots · 12 mi
EPDM rubber roofing in Kempston: questions
Do you cover Kempston?
Yes. Kempston is part of our Bedfordshire coverage, including postcode districts MK42. Surveys and roofs are carried out by vetted roofing teams working under S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.
Who checks building regulations for a flat roof in Kempston?
Where the work needs approval it goes to Bedford Borough Council building control, or a registered building control approver. We tell you at the survey whether your job needs it and deal with the paperwork as part of the quote.
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in Kempston?
£1,700–£2,950 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in EPDM, at East of England guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
Can an EPDM roof be fitted in winter?
Yes, as long as the deck is dry. The adhesives are affected by cold and damp, so very cold or wet days can delay bonding, and the roof is kept temporarily weathertight between dry spells.
Can EPDM be laid over an old felt roof?
Sometimes, but we usually recommend stripping old felt first. Overlaying hides any rot or wet insulation underneath, and over a heated room a full replacement is often when insulation has to be added anyway.