- Price per m²
- £86–£138
- Typical life
- 25–35+ years
- Manufacturer guarantees
- 20–25 year guarantees on specified systems
- Typical garage roof
- £1,950–£3,150
West Yorkshire at a glance
- Largest towns
- Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield
- Postcode areas
- BD, HD, HX, LS, WF
- Building control
- Leeds City Council, City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council, Kirklees Council and 2 other councils
- Neighbouring areas
- South Yorkshire · Greater Manchester · Lancashire · North Yorkshire
- Guide price region
- Yorkshire and the Humber (−5% on West Midlands rates)
How much does a single-ply roof cost in West 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 |
|---|---|
| Commercial roof (100 m²), single-ply + insulation | £12,550–£20,700 |
| Single garage (18 m²), single-ply | £1,950–£3,150 |
| 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 West Yorkshire?
Flat roofs in West Yorkshire sit on shops with flat-roofed rear stores below flats, lock-up garage blocks on estates 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 West Yorkshire the application goes to Leeds City Council, City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council, Kirklees Council and 2 other councils. More on the rules.
Should a single-ply roof be mechanically fixed or adhered, and how are the seams welded?
Most commercial single-ply roofs are mechanically fixed, while adhered systems suit decks that cannot take fixings or roofs where a smooth finish is wanted. The choice depends on the deck, the wind exposure of the site and the manufacturer's specification.
| Method | How it works | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanically fixed | Fasteners and plates hold the membrane through the insulation into the deck, hidden under the lap of the next sheet | Metal, timber and concrete decks on commercial roofs |
| Adhered | Membrane bonded to the insulation or deck with adhesive | Domestic roofs, roofs where fixings are unsuitable |
| Ballasted | Loose-laid and held down by paving, gravel or a green roof | Inverted roofs, terraces, green roofs |
Fixing patterns are worked out for the site, with more fasteners at corners and perimeters, where wind uplift is strongest.
Seams are welded by hot-air machines and hand tools that melt the overlapping edges so they fuse. Each seam is then probed along its length to find any gaps, and test welds are made at the start of the day to set the machine for the weather. On commercial jobs we also check that walkways protect the membrane around plant.
What insulation and approvals does a single-ply re-roof need?
On a heated building, a full single-ply re-roof usually triggers the thermal-element rules, so insulation should be brought towards the renovation standard where feasible. In England that is 0.18 W/m²K for non-domestic and 0.16 W/m²K for domestic roofs, with Wales and Northern Ireland setting their own figures; Scottish roofs follow Section 6 of the building standards, and the council confirms whether a building warrant is required.
Single-ply suits a warm roof well, and tapered insulation can correct poor falls at the same time. A thicker build-up raises the roof, so we check upstand heights, door thresholds and rooflight kerbs at survey. Near boundaries, the external fire classification of the tested build-up can matter. We handle building control or building standards where needed; see the building regulations page.
Which towns in West Yorkshire do we cover?
- Leeds
- Bradford
- Huddersfield
- Wakefield
- Halifax
- Dewsbury
- Morley
- Keighley
- Castleford
- Pontefract
- Yeadon
- Brighouse
- Shipley
- Cleckheaton
- Pudsey
- Lofthouse
- Ossett
- Liversedge
- Horsforth
- South Elmsall
- Mirfield
- Chapel Allerton
- Bingley
- Kippax
- Elland
Single-ply membrane roofing in West Yorkshire: questions
Which towns in West Yorkshire do you cover?
All of West 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 single-ply roof cost in West Yorkshire?
£12,550–£20,700 for a 100 m² commercial roof in single-ply with insulation, 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 West Yorkshire?
All of West Yorkshire, including the BD, HD, HX, LS, WF postcode areas. Send your full postcode and we'll confirm.
Can single-ply be used on a house?
Yes. It can be used on garages, extensions and dormers, usually adhered rather than mechanically fixed. On small domestic roofs, though, EPDM or GRP is often more economical.
Can single-ply roofing be laid over an existing roof?
Sometimes, if the existing roof and deck are dry and sound, often with a separation layer or new insulation on top. Wet insulation or a damaged deck means stripping first.
What is the difference between PVC and TPO roofing?
Both are thermoplastic single-ply membranes welded with hot air. PVC contains plasticisers and usually needs separating from bitumen, while TPO and FPO are polyolefin-based; the right one depends on the roof and the system specified.
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