- Price per m²
- £62–£109
- Typical life
- 25–50 years
- Manufacturer guarantees
- 20-year material warranties are common
- Typical garage roof
- £1,500–£2,650
City of Edinburgh at a glance
- Largest towns
- Edinburgh, Queensferry, Colinton
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Building standards
- City of Edinburgh Council
- Neighbouring areas
- Midlothian · West Lothian · Fife · East Lothian
- Guide price region
- Scotland (−5% on West Midlands rates)
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in City of Edinburgh?
Guide prices including VAT at Scotland rates. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Single garage (18 m²), EPDM rubber | £1,500–£2,650 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £2,650–£4,650 |
| Porch or bay (4 m²), EPDM | £700–£1,200 |
Which flat roofs are common in City of Edinburgh?
Flat roofs in City of Edinburgh sit on newer estates where the first extension roofs are now being replaced, bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers and lock-up garage blocks on estates. 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.
Building standards in Scotland
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. Section 6 of the technical handbooks sets a domestic roof benchmark of 0.12 W/m²K, applied as far as reasonably practicable on an existing roof. In City of Edinburgh the application goes to City of Edinburgh Council (building standards). More on the rules.
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.
Which towns in City of Edinburgh do we cover?
EPDM rubber roofing in City of Edinburgh: questions
Which towns in City of Edinburgh do you cover?
All of City of Edinburgh. The main towns have their own pages below, and if yours isn't listed we still cover it: send your postcode and we'll confirm.
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in City of Edinburgh?
£1,500–£2,650 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in EPDM, at Scotland guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
Which council handles building standards for a flat roof in City of Edinburgh?
It depends on where the roof is: in City of Edinburgh that's City of Edinburgh Council. 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. We confirm which applies at the survey.
Can a punctured EPDM roof be repaired?
Usually, yes. The area is cleaned and primed, then an EPDM patch or cover tape is bonded over the damage. If water has reached the deck, a survey first is sensible.
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.
Does an EPDM roof need maintenance?
Very little. Clear leaves from outlets and gutters, look over trims and upstands once or twice a year and after storms, and keep foot traffic to a minimum.
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