- Guide price
- £700–£1,200
- Survey
- Free for new and replacement roofs
- Quote
- Fixed, in writing
- Coverage
- England, Wales, Scotland, NI
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 porch or bay 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.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Porch or bay (4 m²), EPDM | £700–£1,200 |
| Single garage (18 m²), EPDM rubber | £1,500–£2,650 |
| Extension (20 m²), GRP, new deck + insulation | £2,850–£5,100 |
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 terraced streets with flat-roofed rear kitchens and bathrooms. 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.
Which material looks best on a porch or bay roof?
For most porches, EPDM rubber gives a neat, dark grey finish that sits quietly on the front of a house, and on a small roof it can usually be laid as one piece. For angled bays and curved canopies, GRP fibreglass or a liquid-applied system follows the shape without folds or joins.
Many older bay windows and porches were finished in lead, which has a distinctive look. Where you want to keep that appearance, especially on a period house, we can discuss a lead-look finish or retaining lead flashings at the wall. On a listed building or in a conservation area, changing from lead to a membrane may need consent, so we check that at survey.
Colour matters more here than on a hidden rear roof. GRP topcoats come in several colours, and EPDM is typically black or dark grey.
Why do small porch and bay roofs carry a minimum charge?
Because a small roof needs nearly the same set-up as a larger one: a team, safe access, materials, trims, waste removal and travel. The roof area is only part of the cost.
A 2 m² canopy and a 6 m² bay still both need a full strip, a deck check, edge trims, a wall flashing and the same care at the drip edge. That is why our full re-roofs carry a minimum charge rather than being priced purely per square metre. It is also why bundling makes sense: if you have a porch, a bay and a garage, pricing them together usually works out better than three separate visits.
The junction with the house wall deserves the most attention on a porch. Many leaks blamed on a porch roof are actually water tracking behind a failed flashing or through porous brickwork above. We check the wall, the flashing and the frame head before recommending a new roof. If the problem is only the flashing, a targeted repair may be enough. Our flat roof leaks guide explains how leaks are traced.
Which towns in East Riding of Yorkshire do we cover?
Porch, bay and canopy roofs 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 porch or bay roof cost in East Riding of Yorkshire?
£700–£1,200 for a small 4 m² porch or bay roof in EPDM, at Yorkshire and the Humber guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
Which postcode areas do you cover in East Riding of Yorkshire?
All of East Riding of Yorkshire, including the DN, HU, YO postcode areas. Send your full postcode and we'll confirm.
Can you re-roof a porch and a garage on the same visit?
Yes, and it is often better value. Combining small roofs spreads the set-up and travel costs.
Why is my porch roof leaking when the felt looks fine?
The water is often coming from the wall junction, not the roof surface. A failed flashing, cracked mortar or porous brick above can let water in behind the upstand.
Can a bay window roof be replaced without scaffold?
A ground-floor bay usually can, using a tower or platform. A first-floor bay generally needs a small scaffold for safe access.
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