Cirencester at a glance
- Postcode districts
- GL7
- Population
- about 20,229 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- Cotswold District Council
- Building approval
- Cotswold District Council building control, or a registered building control approver
- Nearest main town
- Cheltenham, about 13 miles
- Guide price region
- South West (+3% on West Midlands rates)
Why choose a liquid-applied roof in Cirencester?
Choose liquid roofing in Cirencester when the shape of the roof makes sheet materials awkward: curved edges, small dormers with many corners, or a mix of levels joined by short upstands. Each detail is reinforced in the same material as the main area, so the whole roof is continuous.
Cirencester's flat roofs are mostly on bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers, with plenty on low-rise post-war blocks of flats too. The South West averages roughly 1,260 mm of rain a year and many roofs face wind off the Atlantic, so we specify fixings and edge details for wind uplift as well as drainage.
How much does a liquid-applied roof cost in Cirencester?
Guide price in Cirencester: £2,100–£3,350 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in a liquid-applied system, including VAT at South West rates. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Single garage (18 m²), liquid-applied | £2,100–£3,350 |
| Balcony (12 m²), liquid-applied, scaffold | £1,950–£3,350 |
| Single garage (18 m²), EPDM rubber | £1,650–£2,900 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £2,900–£5,050 |
When is a liquid roof the best option, and when is it not?
A liquid roof is often the best option for roofs crowded with pipes, vents and upstands, for balconies and walkways, and for overlaying a structurally sound roof that is starting to fail. It is the wrong choice when the deck is rotten, the insulation is wet or the falls are badly wrong.
Advantages: continuous finish with no laps; forms details around pipes and odd shapes easily; cold-applied with no flame; can often go over felt, asphalt or concrete; some systems take foot traffic.
Disadvantages: higher cost per square metre than felt or EPDM; needs dry weather and careful thickness control; only as good as the surface it is bonded to; product quality varies widely across the market.
For a straightforward re-roof on a fresh deck, EPDM or GRP may offer better value. Larger flat areas suit torch-on felt or single-ply. On a sound mastic asphalt roof, a compatible liquid system can sometimes be applied over it. See also our guide to overlay or strip.
What's included?
- Primer matched to the substrate
- Fleece-reinforced liquid membrane applied to the specified thickness
- Detailing of upstands, outlets, pipes and corners before the main area
- Survey of the existing roof, including moisture and adhesion checks
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?
- Stroud · 10 mi
- Cheltenham · 13 mi
- Swindon · 14 mi
- Gloucester · 15 mi
- Carterton · 16 mi
- Chippenham · 19 mi
Liquid-applied roofing in Cirencester: questions
Do you cover Cirencester?
Yes. Cirencester is part of our Gloucestershire coverage, including postcode districts GL7. 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 Cirencester?
Where the work needs approval it goes to Cotswold District 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 a liquid-applied roof cost in Cirencester?
£2,100–£3,350 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in a liquid-applied system, at South West guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
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.
What is a fleece-reinforced liquid roof?
It is a liquid membrane with a polyester fleece embedded between coats. The fleece adds strength, helps control thickness and resists cracking where the surface moves slightly.