Kippax at a glance
- Postcode districts
- LS25
- Population
- about 15,965 (GeoNames)
- Council area
- Leeds City Council
- Building approval
- Leeds City Council building control, or a registered building control approver
- Nearest main town
- Leeds, about 8 miles
- Guide price region
- Yorkshire and the Humber (−5% on West Midlands rates)
Why choose a liquid-applied roof in Kippax?
Liquid roofing suits a roof in Kippax that is full of penetrations, such as soil pipes, vents, aerial brackets and rooflights, because the liquid flows around each one and cures into a single skin. There are no cut pieces or taped corners to work loose over time.
In a town like Kippax, flat roofs are commonly found on 1930s semis with flat-roofed garages and kitchen extensions or bungalows with flat-roofed side extensions and dormers. 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 a liquid-applied roof cost in Kippax?
For Kippax we use Yorkshire and the Humber rates: £1,950–£3,100 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 | £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 |
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?
- Survey of the existing roof, including moisture and adhesion checks
- Fleece-reinforced liquid membrane applied to the specified thickness
- Detailing of upstands, outlets, pipes and corners before the main area
- 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?
- Castleford · 3 mi
- Pontefract · 6 mi
- Lofthouse · 6 mi
- Leeds · 8 mi
- Wakefield · 8 mi
- Chapel Allerton · 8 mi
Liquid-applied roofing in Kippax: questions
Do you cover Kippax?
Yes. Kippax is part of our West Yorkshire coverage, including postcode districts LS25. 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 Kippax?
Where the work needs approval it goes to Leeds City 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 Kippax?
£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.
How long does a liquid roof take to cure?
That depends on the product and the weather. Some systems are rain-resistant within an hour or so, others take longer, and full cure can take a day or more in cool weather.
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.