Mountsorrel at a glance
- Postcode districts
- LE12
- Population
- about 17,297 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- Charnwood Borough Council
- Building approval
- Charnwood Borough Council building control, or a registered building control approver
- Nearest main town
- Leicester, about 5 miles
- Guide price region
- East Midlands (−2% on West Midlands rates)
Why choose a liquid-applied roof in Mountsorrel?
If a flat roof in Mountsorrel is ageing but still dry, firmly bonded and on a sound deck, a reinforced liquid system can be applied over it. That avoids the cost and mess of a full strip-out, provided the moisture and adhesion checks at survey show the existing roof is fit to build on.
Mountsorrel's flat roofs are mostly on bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers, with plenty on 1960s and 1970s link-detached houses with flat-roofed garages and porches too. The East Midlands is drier than the west of Britain, so most flat roofs here fail through age, UV and poor detailing at upstands rather than sheer rainfall.
How much does a liquid-applied roof cost in Mountsorrel?
For Mountsorrel we use East Midlands rates: £2,000–£3,200 is the guide for a typical 18 m² garage roof in a liquid-applied system, VAT included. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Single garage (18 m²), liquid-applied | £2,000–£3,200 |
| Balcony (12 m²), liquid-applied, scaffold | £1,850–£3,200 |
| Single garage (18 m²), EPDM rubber | £1,550–£2,750 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £2,750–£4,800 |
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.
What's included?
- Primer matched to the substrate
- Detailing of upstands, outlets, pipes and corners before the main area
- Fleece-reinforced liquid membrane applied to the specified thickness
- Surface cleaning, repairs and removal of loose material
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?
Liquid-applied roofing in Mountsorrel: questions
Do you cover Mountsorrel?
Yes. Mountsorrel is part of our Leicestershire coverage, including postcode districts LE12. 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 Mountsorrel?
Where the work needs approval it goes to Charnwood 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 a liquid-applied roof cost in Mountsorrel?
£2,000–£3,200 for a typical 18 m² garage roof in a liquid-applied system, at East Midlands guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
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.
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.