- 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
East Lothian at a glance
- Largest towns
- Musselburgh, Tranent, Dunbar, Haddington
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Building standards
- East Lothian Council
- Neighbouring areas
- Midlothian · City of Edinburgh · Scottish Borders · West Lothian
- Guide price region
- Scotland (−5% on West Midlands rates)
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in East Lothian?
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 East Lothian?
Flat roofs in East Lothian sit on 1960s and 1970s link-detached houses with flat-roofed garages and porches, terraced streets with flat-roofed rear kitchens and bathrooms and newer estates where the first extension roofs are now being replaced. 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 East Lothian the application goes to East Lothian 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 East Lothian do we cover?
EPDM rubber roofing in East Lothian: questions
Which towns in East Lothian do you cover?
All of East Lothian. 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 East Lothian?
£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 postcode areas do you cover in East Lothian?
All of East Lothian, including the EH postcode areas. Send your full postcode and we'll confirm.
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.
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.
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.
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