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A garage roof takes a battering that most people never think about until water starts coming through onto a car, a workbench, or boxes that should have stayed dry. Whether your garage sits under its own flat felt covering or a small pitched section tacked onto the house, a garage roof replacement in Melton Mowbray fixes the problem at the source rather than chasing leaks with a bucket every time it rains. Tate & Sons Roofing replaces garage roofs across Melton Mowbray and the surrounding villages, from a single lock-up behind a terrace to a double garage out toward the Wolds.
This page covers when a repair still makes sense, which covering suits a garage roof best, the planning rules that actually apply, what happens on the day, and real cost ranges. Book a free drone survey before anything is agreed, and get a written price with nothing added later. A garage roof replacement is one part of the wider work we do as a roofing contractor across Melton Mowbray.
Know the Signs Your Garage Roof Has Had Its Last Summer
Most garage roofs across Melton Mowbray give warning before they fail outright. The trouble is that a flat roof sits out of sight above a space nobody visits daily, so the signs often go unnoticed until the damage is already done underneath.
Watch for these:
- Ponding water that sits on the roof for more than two days after rain
- Felt that has gone brittle, cracked, or started to blister and lift at the edges
- Grey cement roof sheeting that looks chalky, is cracking, or is shedding grit
- Damp patches or drip marks spreading across the garage ceiling or walls
- A roofline that visibly sags or dips when viewed from the drive
- A covering over 20 years old that has already been patched more than once
A garage roof rarely lasts as long as the main house roof, because flat felt and older cement sheeting wear out faster than pitched tile ever does. Felt panels typically struggle to reach 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass generally run well past that. If your garage roof is grey cement sheeting fitted before the mid-1980s, treat it as a possible asbestos material and leave it alone until it has been checked. A free drone survey gives you real footage of the covering, so you know exactly what you are dealing with before anyone sets foot on it.
Repair or Full Replacement — Getting the Call Right for Your Garage
A single split in an otherwise sound felt covering does not usually call for a full garage roof replacement in Melton Mowbray. If your garage roof only has one or two small splits or a localised area of damage, our flat roof repair service in Melton Mowbray can often sort it in a single visit, for a fraction of the cost of stripping the whole roof.
We see the opposite pattern often around Asfordby, a former industrial and mining community where the mid-century terraces and post-war estates carry plain, practical garage roofs that have been patched repeatedly over the decades. Once cement sheeting has cracked in several places, or felt has failed across most of the roof rather than one corner, another patch just delays the same bill. A garage roof that needs re-covering edge to edge, rather than one repaired section, is telling you it is time for a full replacement.
Felt, EPDM or GRP — Choosing the Right Covering for Your Garage
Three coverings account for almost every garage roof replacement we fit across Melton Mowbray. In short: felt costs the least upfront but wears out soonest; EPDM rubber gives a seamless, low-maintenance covering that suits a simple rectangular garage roof; GRP fibreglass costs a little more again but handles complex shapes, upstands and abutments better than either alternative. The right choice depends on your garage’s shape, your budget, and how long you want the roof to last before doing this again.
| Material | Typical cost (single garage) | Typical lifespan | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felt | £400–£700 | 10–20 years | Budget replacements, straightforward rectangular roofs |
| EPDM rubber | £750–£1,400 | 25–40+ years | Simple garage roofs wanting a seamless, low-maintenance finish |
| GRP fibreglass | £700–£1,200 | 25–40 years | Complex roofs with upstands, outlets or abutments |
Daniel Oakland, our project manager and lead roofer, handles most of the flat roof work we do and specialises in EPDM rubber roofing alongside GRP, standing-seam and heritage detailing. He will talk you through which covering suits your garage in plain terms, not a sales pitch. In Scalford, where garage conversions into extra living space are common, we often recommend GRP or EPDM specifically because they give a warmer, better-insulated deck to build a room on top of later.
Asbestos, Planning Permission and Building Regulations — What Actually Applies
Garages built before around 1985 often used asbestos cement roof sheeting, and a fair number of Melton Mowbray garages still carry their original covering. If yours looks like grey ribbed or flat cement sheeting and you are not certain what it is, do not drill, cut, or pressure-wash it. We arrange licensed removal and disposal as part of the job where asbestos is confirmed, handled by contractors qualified to do it safely.
Most garage roof replacements count as permitted development and do not need planning permission, provided the new roof does not raise the height by more than 150mm and the garage is not altered beyond a straightforward re-covering. That changes if your garage sits within a conservation area or is attached to a listed building, which applies to some properties around Old Dalby and Wymondham. We check a property’s status before quoting, so nothing stalls the job partway through.
Building Regulations sign-off is a separate question, and it often does not apply to a straightforward re-covering. As a general rule, work affecting less than 25 percent of the whole building envelope, or less than 50 percent of the roof, typically does not trigger full Building Control approval, though structural changes or a significant increase in roof weight can bring it back into scope. The Planning Portal’s guidance on Building Regulations for work to an existing roof sets these thresholds out in full, and it is worth a read before work is agreed. We check which rules apply to your garage as standard, so you are not left guessing.
What Happens on Garage Roof Replacement Day, Start to Finish
A garage roof replacement in Melton Mowbray follows the same order on every job:
- Old covering stripped back, with licensed asbestos removal first if needed
- Timber deck checked, with any soft or rotten boards replaced
- Insulation added or upgraded where the garage needs it
- New felt, EPDM or GRP covering fitted edge to edge
- Trims, drip edges and flashings fitted where the roof meets the wall
- Guttering checked and cleared, and the finished roof inspected before we leave
A single garage roof usually takes 1 to 2 days, and a double garage 2 to 3 days, in each case once any asbestos removal is out of the way. Licensed asbestos removal typically adds a further day on its own. Wet weather can push a start back a day or two, and we would rather give you a realistic window than a date we cannot keep.
What a Garage Roof Replacement Really Costs in Melton Mowbray
Cost comes down to garage size, material, and the condition of what is underneath. As a general guide, a single garage roof replacement typically runs £750–£2,000, and a double garage £1,000–£3,500. A flat felt re-cover sits at the lower end of that range, while EPDM or GRP sits toward the middle and top.
What pushes a price up or down:
- Roof size — a double garage costs more to cover than a single
- Material — felt costs least, EPDM and GRP cost more but last two to three times as long
- Timber deck condition — rotten boards typically add £150–£400 before the new covering goes on
- Asbestos removal — licensed removal and disposal of old cement sheeting typically adds several hundred pounds and a specialist visit
- Insulation upgrade — adding insulation to a bare deck typically adds £200–£500
- Access — a garage set back from the road or hemmed in by fencing can add labour time
These are general market ranges, not a quote for your garage — two roofs the same size can price differently once deck condition and access are factored in. A free drone survey and a written quote settle the real figure. A fixed price needs a survey.
Keep Your New Garage Roof Performing for Years
A new covering is built to last, and a little attention keeps a Melton Mowbray garage roof working for the whole of that lifespan.
- Check for standing water a day or two after heavy rain
- Clear leaves and moss from the surface and any gutter each autumn
- Look at the edges and trims once a year for lifting or cracking
- Book a free drone survey after any major storm off the Wolds
None of this needs a specialist visit — just a regular look, and a call to us if anything seems off. A small fix now is always cheaper than a full re-cover later.
Why Melton Mowbray Turns to Tate & Sons for Garage Roofs
You are not just buying a covering for your Melton Mowbray garage — you are buying whoever fits it. Daniel Oakland, our project manager and lead roofer, has over 20 years in the trade and handles the flat roof work on most of our garage jobs personally, specialising in EPDM, GRP and standing-seam systems alongside heritage slate and lead detailing. He is part of the crew that turns up to do the work, not just the man who quotes it.
Founder James Tate spent 15 years working roofs across Melton Mowbray and the East Midlands before starting the business, and he still prices most jobs himself. He built Tate & Sons around a simple idea: find out what is genuinely wrong, use the right materials, and stand behind the result rather than the cheapest patch that gets you off the phone. Between us we carry over 40 years of combined team experience, hold NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Roofing Occupations, and carry CSCS cards. Janice Whitmore, our office manager, keeps you posted from your first call through to the finished job. Read more about the people behind the work on our About Tate & Sons Roofing page.
Areas We Serve Across Melton Mowbray and the Vale of Belvoir
We replace garage roofs across Melton Mowbray and the surrounding villages and borough. If your area is not on the list below, call us anyway — there is a strong chance we already cover you.
- Melton Mowbray (LE13)
- Asfordby (LE14 3)
- Old Dalby (LE14 3)
- Nether Broughton (LE14 3)
- Frisby on the Wreake (LE14 2)
- Wymondham (LE14 2)
- Long Clawson (LE14 4)
- Harby (LE14 4)
- Stathern (LE14 4)
- Waltham on the Wolds (LE14 4)
- Bottesford (NG13)
Got Questions?
Your Garage Roof Replacement Questions, Answered Properly
How much does a garage roof replacement cost in Melton Mowbray?
A single garage roof typically costs £750–£2,000, and a double garage £1,000–£3,500, depending on the material chosen. Felt sits at the lower end, while EPDM and GRP cost more upfront but last two to three times as long. Deck condition, access, and whether asbestos removal is needed all affect the final figure. A free drone survey gives you an exact written price rather than a rough guess over the phone.
How long does a garage roof replacement take?
Most single garage roofs are finished in 1 to 2 days, and a double garage in 2 to 3 days, once any asbestos removal is dealt with separately. Licensed asbestos removal typically adds a further day on its own before the new covering goes on. Wet weather can push a job back, and we build a realistic allowance into the schedule rather than an optimistic one.
Do I need planning permission to replace my garage roof?
Most garage roof replacements do not need planning permission, since they fall under permitted development rights. That changes if the new roof raises the garage height by more than 150mm, or if the property sits within a conservation area or is attached to a listed building. We check a property’s status before quoting, which matters most around villages such as Old Dalby and Wymondham.
Will I need Building Regulations approval for a garage roof replacement?
Often not, if the work is a straightforward re-covering affecting less than 25 percent of the building envelope or less than 50 percent of the roof. Structural changes, a significant increase in roof weight, or a change in fire performance between materials can bring Building Control back into scope. We check which rules apply to your specific garage before work starts, so there are no surprises.
My garage roof looks like grey cement sheeting — could it contain asbestos?
It might, particularly if the garage was built before the mid-1980s, which covers a large share of garages across Melton Mowbray. Grey ribbed or flat cement sheeting that looks chalky or is shedding grit is a common sign. Do not drill, cut, or pressure-wash it yourself if you are unsure. We arrange licensed testing and, where needed, safe removal and disposal as part of the replacement.
Is EPDM rubber roofing better than felt for a garage roof?
For most garages, yes, over the life of the roof. EPDM is fitted as a single sheet with no seams to fail, typically lasts 25 to 40 years or more, and needs very little upkeep once it is down. Felt costs less to fit initially but usually needs replacing again within 10 to 20 years, so the total cost over a garage’s lifetime often favours EPDM once you account for doing the job twice with felt.
Can I replace a garage roof myself?
You can, but a garage roof done badly causes the same damp and rot problems as any other poorly fitted covering, just on a smaller scale. Getting falls, laps, edge trims and any asbestos handling right takes experience most DIY attempts miss. A professional replacement also comes with a workmanship guarantee, which a DIY job never does. We are happy to advise honestly if a job is genuinely simple enough to tackle yourself.
Does an exposed garage near the Vale of Belvoir need anything different?
Often, yes. Garages out toward the Vale of Belvoir scarp and the high ground around Waltham on the Wolds take a harder battering from wind-driven rain than a sheltered garage in town, with far less shelter to slow it down. That means trims and edge detailing usually need extra fixings and a stronger adhesive specification to stay put through winter storms. We factor a garage’s position and exposure into the specification, not just its size.
Are older garages in Asfordby more likely to still have their original roof?
Quite often, yes. Asfordby grew up as an industrial and mining community, and many of its mid-century terraces and post-war estates still carry the plain, practical cement sheeting garage roofs fitted when the houses went up. These roofs are now well past their working life, and a good number are original asbestos cement sheeting that has never been touched. If your garage sits in one of these older streets and has never been re-covered, it is worth having checked.
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Every month a failing garage roof is left alone, water works further into the timber deck below, and whatever you store underneath sits at growing risk of damp, mould or worse. A quick, free survey today tells you exactly where you stand, and often the right answer is smaller and more affordable than you feared. Book now, get an honest quote, and get your garage roof sorted properly — first time.
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Tate & Sons Roofing, Melton Mowbray
13 Cromwell Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0AD
📞 01664 490955
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