East Sussex · BN1, BN2, BN3
Flat Roofing in Brighton and Hove
Flat roof replacement covers stripping an existing flat roof back to the deck and re-covering it with a modern waterproof system — EPDM rubber membrane, GRP fibreglass or traditional felt — chosen according to the roof's size, detailing and expected lifespan.
In Brighton and Hove, that covers Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade. Brighton and Hove is known for its Regency architecture, extensive Victorian terraced housing, and later 20th-century development, all within a compact coastal city where many properties are in conservation areas and a significant number are listed.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Brighton and Hove for flat roofing
Property styles in Brighton and Hove
Regency squares and terraces are concentrated around Brunswick, Kemp Town and the seafront, with dense Victorian terraced housing across much of the wider city, and later suburban housing further from the centre. Basement conversions, loft conversions and rear extensions are common project types on the terraced stock, subject to conservation area and party wall considerations.
Planning considerations
Brighton & Hove City Council is the local planning authority. The city has one of the highest concentrations of conservation areas of any local authority in the South East, and many properties are listed, particularly in the Regency squares. Basement work also requires careful consideration of structural and drainage issues in a dense urban setting.
How it works
Our flat roofing process
- 01
Survey
Assessing the existing deck, insulation, falls and the cause of any leaks or ponding.
- 02
Specification
Agreeing the system — EPDM, GRP or felt — based on roof size, detailing and budget.
- 03
Strip and prepare
Removing the existing covering and any damaged decking or insulation, and correcting falls where water is pooling.
- 04
Installation
Fitting new insulation, decking where needed, and the chosen waterproof system with correctly detailed upstands and edges.
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FAQs
Flat Roofing in Brighton and Hove: FAQs
Do you provide flat roofing across all of Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we cover the BN1, BN2 and BN3 postcode areas in full, including Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade.
Which flat roof system should I choose — EPDM, GRP or felt?
EPDM offers a long lifespan with a single membrane and few joints, suiting most domestic flat roofs; GRP suits roofs with complex upstands and detailing since it's laid and cured seamlessly in situ; felt is the lowest-cost option but has the shortest expected lifespan. We advise on the right system for your roof and budget at survey.
Why does my flat roof have ponding water?
Ponding usually means the roof's falls — the slight slope that directs water to an outlet — are insufficient or have settled over time. We assess and correct falls as part of re-covering rather than simply laying a new membrane over the same problem.
Can I extend a listed Regency property in Brighton?
Alterations to listed buildings require listed building consent in addition to any planning permission, and the historic character of Regency terraces means proposals are considered carefully. We assess feasibility on a case-by-case basis.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-28.