Hedge End at a glance
- Postcode districts
- SO30
- Population
- about 17,978 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- Eastleigh Borough Council
- Building approval
- Eastleigh Borough Council building control, or a registered building control approver
- Nearest main town
- Southampton, about 5 miles
- Guide price region
- South East (+10% on West Midlands rates)
Why choose EPDM rubber roofing in Hedge End?
Where an older flat roof in Hedge End has a sound structure but a tired covering, EPDM is a straightforward upgrade: strip, check the deck, add a warm-roof build-up if the room below is heated, and bond the new membrane. It also makes a good base for a sedum green roof.
Around Hedge End, flat roofs are common on 1930s semis with flat-roofed garages and kitchen extensions and on bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers. Much of the South East sits in the drier Thames catchment at roughly 730 mm of rain a year, so the usual failures are at joints, upstands and outlets rather than from sheer volume of rain.
How much does an EPDM rubber roof cost in Hedge End?
For Hedge End we use South East rates: £1,750–£3,100 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 | £1,750–£3,100 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £3,100–£5,350 |
| Porch or bay (4 m²), EPDM | £850–£1,400 |
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?
- Deck check and replacement of soft or rotten boards
- Strip-out of the old covering, with waste taken away
- Written workmanship guarantee, plus manufacturer guarantee registration where available
- New drip and kerb trims, outlets and upstand details
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?
EPDM rubber roofing in Hedge End: questions
Do you cover Hedge End?
Yes. Hedge End is part of our Hampshire coverage, including postcode districts SO30. 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 Hedge End?
Where the work needs approval it goes to Eastleigh 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 Hedge End?
£1,750–£3,100 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in EPDM, at South East guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
Can you walk on an EPDM roof?
Occasionally, for maintenance, yes, but EPDM is not designed as a regular walking surface. Where you need a route to plant or windows, walkway pads can be bonded on, or GRP may be a better fit.
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.