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Liquid-applied roofing across East Riding of Yorkshire

Looking for liquid roofing in East Riding of Yorkshire? We use cold-applied systems for roofs with awkward details, balconies and walkways, and for overlays that avoid a full strip-out. Where insulation is needed over a heated room, we will tell you if a strip and warm-roof build-up is the better route, and handle any approval.

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Price per m²
£86–£133
Typical life
10–25+ years by product
Manufacturer guarantees
10, 15 or 20-year guarantees by named system
Typical garage roof
£1,950–£3,100

East Riding of Yorkshire at a glance

Largest towns
Kingston upon Hull, Bridlington, Beverley, Goole
Postcode areas
DN, HU, YO
Building control
Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Neighbouring areas
South Yorkshire · North Yorkshire · Lincolnshire · West Yorkshire
Guide price region
Yorkshire and the Humber (−5% on West Midlands rates)

How much does a liquid-applied roof cost in East Riding of Yorkshire?

Guide prices including VAT at Yorkshire and the Humber rates. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.

JobGuide price inc VAT
Single garage (18 m²), liquid-applied£1,950–£3,100
Balcony (12 m²), liquid-applied, scaffold£1,800–£3,100
Single garage (18 m²), EPDM rubber£1,500–£2,650
Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation£2,650–£4,650

Which flat roofs are common in East Riding of Yorkshire?

Flat roofs in East Riding of Yorkshire sit on bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers, 1960s and 1970s link-detached houses with flat-roofed garages and porches and newer estates where the first extension roofs are now being replaced. 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. Approximate 1991–2020 regional averages based on Met Office data.

Building regulations in England

Replacing more than half of a roof over a heated room usually counts as renovating a thermal element, so it is insulated to current standards and notified to building control. Renovated roofs over heated rooms are insulated to around 0.16 W/m²K where that's feasible, and new extension roofs are built to 0.15 W/m²K. In East Riding of Yorkshire the application goes to Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council. More on the rules.

How long does a liquid-applied roof last, and how is it guaranteed?

Cold liquid-applied roofs typically last 10 to 25 years or more, depending on the product and the thickness applied. One reinforced system has a BBA assessment of over 25 years, while lighter coatings designed to extend an existing roof sit at the lower end of the range.

Because life varies so much by product, it pays to know exactly what is being applied. Your quote should name the system, the reinforcement and the build-up.

Manufacturer guarantees are often tied to a named system, with lengths such as 10, 15 or 20 years depending on the specification, and some require registration or an approved applicator. We handle that registration where the system permits it. Every re-roof also carries our written workmanship guarantee, with the length set out in the quote, and you can ask about insurance-backed options. A BBA certificate is a product assessment, not a guarantee; our guarantees guide explains the difference.

Can a liquid roof go over my existing roof, and what preparation is needed?

Yes, if the existing roof is dry, firmly bonded and sitting on a sound deck. A liquid membrane is only as good as what lies beneath it, so we test the old roof before agreeing to overlay it.

At survey we check for:

  • Trapped moisture: soft spots, blisters or wet insulation mean the roof should be stripped, because water sealed in will cause new blisters and decay.
  • Deck condition: any sponginess or deflection needs repair first.
  • Adhesion: on felt and asphalt, loose areas are cut out and patched, and the existing surface must take the primer properly.
  • Falls and ponding: a coating follows the roof as it is. If water ponds now, it will pond on the new surface too unless the falls are corrected.

Preparation then follows: loose chippings removed, the surface cleaned and left to dry, blisters cut back and repaired, cracks filled, and the right primer applied. On older felt, mineral surfaces may need extra cleaning to give a good bond. Where the tests fail, we say so plainly and quote for a strip and re-roof. Read more on ponding water.

Which towns in East Riding of Yorkshire do we cover?

Liquid-applied roofing in East Riding of Yorkshire: questions

Which towns in East Riding of Yorkshire do you cover?

All of East Riding of Yorkshire. 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 a liquid-applied roof cost in East Riding of Yorkshire?

£1,950–£3,100 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in a liquid-applied system, at Yorkshire and the Humber guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.

Which council handles building control for a flat roof in East Riding of Yorkshire?

It depends on where the roof is: in East Riding of Yorkshire that's Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Replacing more than half of a roof over a heated room usually counts as renovating a thermal element, so it is insulated to current standards and notified to building control. We confirm which applies at the survey.

Is liquid roofing good for balconies?

Often, yes. It forms neatly around railings, door thresholds and drains, and some systems take foot traffic. A new balcony or roof terrace generally needs planning permission, so check before converting a roof.

Can liquid roofing be applied in the rain?

No. The surface must be dry, and most systems need a dry window while they cure. Some fast-curing products shorten that window, but the team will not apply onto a damp roof.

Can liquid roofing stop a leak on a flat roof?

It can, if the leak is at a detail or the membrane is worn but the roof beneath is sound. If water has soaked the insulation or deck, coating over it will not cure the problem.

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