Roofing services in Crawley
Roof replacement in Crawley
Need a new roof in Crawley? Thousands of Crawley homes still have the roofs they were built with in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, and many are now ready for replacement. Our roofers work out of Crawley and replace roofs across RH10 and RH11 at one fixed written price that includes scaffold, skips, leadwork and VAT. Every new roof carries our twenty year workmanship guarantee. Call 01342 445004.
Why so many Crawley roofs need replacing now
Crawley’s neighbourhoods were built in waves after the town was designated a New Town in 1947, from the early estates such as West Green and Northgate to later ones such as Broadfield, Bewbush and Maidenbower. Most of the early houses were roofed in concrete interlocking tiles over bitumen felt or, on the earliest, no underlay at all.
Concrete tiles themselves can last a long time, but the felt, battens and nails under them wear out. When they do, tiles slip, ridges loosen and leaks begin. Because neighbours often have identical roofs, it is common to see several houses on one street needing a new roof within a few years of each other.
Shared scaffold with your neighbour
On semi detached and terraced houses, it can make sense for neighbours to replace their roofs together. One scaffold, one programme, and a roof line that matches across both homes. Each household still gets its own fixed written quote. If you and your neighbour are both thinking about it, mention it when you call and we will survey both on the same visit.
Get a fixed price for a new roof in Crawley, after a free survey. Call 01342 445004 or WhatsApp 07939 862 818.
Your roof replacement, step by step
- Free survey. We measure the roof, check the loft and timbers and photograph everything.
- Fixed quote. Itemised and in writing, normally within 48 hours.
- Scaffold and protection. Including permits for footpaths where needed.
- Strip. Old tiles, battens and underlay removed and taken away.
- Timber check. Any rot photographed and agreed with you before repair.
- New membrane and battens, with ventilation planned for the loft.
- New tiles fixed to BS 5534.
- Ridge, hips and verges mechanically fixed or dry fixed.
- Leadwork renewed where needed.
- Clear up, final walk round and photographs.
Tiles that suit Crawley homes
| House type | Typical choice | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s to 1970s semi or terrace | Concrete interlocking tiles | Matches the street, cost effective |
| Homes wanting a softer look | Clay or clay effect tiles | Check the pitch suits the tile |
| Older village cores such as Ifield and Worth | Clay plain tiles | May need to match neighbours or conservation guidance |
| Tile hung front panels | Matching hanging tiles | Often renewed with the roof |
Roofline and extras
Many Crawley houses still have original timber fascias and soffits. Replacing them while the scaffold is up saves paying for access twice. Ask us to include guttering, fascias and soffits in your quote.
How much does a new roof cost in Crawley?
As a guide, a full reroof on a typical semi in the South East usually costs between £8,000 and £12,000 in concrete tiles, between £11,000 and £16,000 in clay and between £14,000 and £20,000 in natural slate. It depends on the size and shape of the roof, the tiles, any chimney work and what is found under the old covering. We give you one fixed written price after a free survey, so there are no surprises. Our guide to new roof costs explains the factors. Your exact price is confirmed in writing after a free survey.
Nearby
We also replace roofs in Copthorne, Horley, Rusper, Faygate, Turners Hill and Lowfield Heath. See also roof replacement in East Grinstead.
Other services in Crawley
- Roofers in Crawley
- Chimney repairs in Crawley
- Flat roofing in Crawley
- New roofs and reroofs across Sussex and Surrey
Warning signs on Crawley’s postwar roofs
| Sign | What it usually means |
|---|---|
| Concrete tiles slipping in several places | Nails or clips corroded across the roof |
| Felt crumbling at the eaves | Original bitumen underlay has perished |
| Tiles rough and covered in moss | Surface worn, tiles more porous |
| Ridge mortar falling into gutters | Ridge needs mechanical fixing |
| Leaks in different rooms | Problems spread across the roof |
Planning and Building Regulations in Crawley
Crawley Borough Council is the planning authority. Like for like replacement of a roof on a house that is not listed usually does not need planning permission. Crawley has several conservation areas, including older parts of the town, where changing the appearance of a roof may need permission. Reroofing is also controlled under Building Regulations, and heavier coverings may need the structure checking.
Step by step: a typical Crawley reroof
- Free survey, inside the loft and on the roof
- Agree the tile, ventilation and roofline details
- Fixed written quote
- Scaffold erected, sharing with your neighbour if they are reroofing too
- Old tiles and felt stripped, section by section
- Breathable membrane and new battens fitted
- New tiles fixed to the manufacturer’s specification
- Dry ridge and dry verge, or mortar with mechanical fixings
- New fascias, soffits and gutters if chosen
- Site cleared and handover photographs
Improving ventilation when you reroof
Many postwar Crawley lofts have little ventilation, which can lead to condensation once insulation is added. A reroof is the ideal time to add eaves and ridge ventilation. Dry ridge systems and vented soffits help keep the roof space dry.
Semis and terraces
On a semi or terrace, your roof joins your neighbour’s at the party wall. We finish the join neatly so both roofs stay watertight, and if your neighbour wants a quote too we can price both houses at the same time. See guttering, fascias and soffits in Crawley.
Guides to help you plan
Read how much a new roof costs and repair or replace your roof.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, on semis and terraces this often makes sense. Each of you gets your own quote.
Typically about a week, depending on size and weather. You get a dated programme before we start.
Not usually for a like for like replacement. If your home is in a conservation area or listed, we will check.
Usually, if the roof pitch and structure suit it. We check this during the survey.
Our twenty year workmanship guarantee in writing, plus manufacturer warranties on materials.
Crawley Borough Council.
It can, if ventilation is improved as part of the work.
They can usually be removed and refitted, but this must be planned and priced.
Book a free roof survey in Crawley
Call 01342 445004, WhatsApp 07939 862 818, or request your survey online.
Free roof survey in Crawley
Leave your name and number and we will call you back to arrange a free survey. Photos help us quote faster and spot anything urgent.
Free survey & fixed quote
Get a fixed price in writing
Every job starts with a free survey: we inspect the roof, photograph what we find and give you one fixed written quote. You decide what happens next.