Brough at a glance
- Postcode districts
- HU15
- Population
- about 19,904 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council
- Building approval
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council building control, or a registered building control approver
- Nearest main town
- Kingston upon Hull, about 10 miles
- Guide price region
- Yorkshire and the Humber (−5% on West Midlands rates)
Why choose EPDM rubber roofing in Brough?
For landlords with property in Brough, EPDM's low upkeep is the main draw: once the outlets are kept clear and the trims are checked once or twice a year, there is little else to do. It also goes down quickly on a small roof, which keeps disruption for tenants to a minimum.
In and around Brough, flat roofs are typically found on terraced streets with flat-roofed rear kitchens and bathrooms, and on 1930s semis with flat-roofed garages and kitchen extensions. England averages roughly 870 mm of rain a year; the Pennine side of Yorkshire is wetter and windier than the east, so we specify for the site rather than the county.
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in Brough?
At Yorkshire and the Humber guide rates, a typical 18 m² garage roof in EPDM comes to £1,500–£2,650 including VAT. 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 |
When is EPDM the right choice, and when is another system better?
EPDM is a strong choice for simple domestic roofs that people do not walk on, such as garages, single-storey extensions, porches and dormers. It is less suited to roofs with regular foot traffic or many pipes and vents.
Where it does well: few or no joins on small roofs, flexible in cold weather, tolerant of minor building movement, and laid without a flame.
Where it falls short: the finish is plain dark rubber, it can be punctured by dropped tools or sharp debris, and it is not designed as a walking surface without added protection. Roofs with many penetrations take a lot of careful detailing.
If you want a hard, walkable finish or a complex shape, GRP fibreglass often suits better. On a tight budget, or a larger roof where a layered system is preferred, torch-on felt is worth pricing. Liquid-applied roofing handles awkward details and overlays, single-ply membranes are built for larger commercial roofs, and mastic asphalt belongs on older and heritage buildings. Our EPDM vs GRP vs felt guide sets them side by side.
What's included?
- Written workmanship guarantee, plus manufacturer guarantee registration where available
- Deck check and replacement of soft or rotten boards
- Warm-roof insulation and vapour control layer where required
- Strip-out of the old covering, with waste taken away
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?
- Kingston upon Hull · 10 mi
- Beverley · 10 mi
- Scunthorpe · 11 mi
- Goole · 13 mi
- Thorne · 18 mi
- Selby · 21 mi
EPDM rubber roofing in Brough: questions
Do you cover Brough?
Yes. Brough is part of our East Riding of Yorkshire coverage, including postcode districts HU15. 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 Brough?
Where the work needs approval it goes to East Riding of Yorkshire 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 Brough?
£1,500–£2,650 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in EPDM, at Yorkshire and the Humber guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
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.
Can you put a green roof on top of EPDM?
Yes. EPDM is often used under sedum, with a protection layer, drainage and growing medium laid on top. The structure must be able to carry the extra weight, which we check before quoting.