PermaRoof UK stocks a wide range of easy-to-apply products for flat roof repairs. Get expert advice, quality products and how-to guides or find a local specialist today.

Experts in flat roofs, PermaRoof UK provides step-by-step installation guides via video and download to make light work for the experienced DIYer. Our knowledgeable teams are on hand to guide you through your flat garage roof repair, your patch repair or can talk you through repairing the flashing on your flat roofing – whatever your issue, we’re here to help.

How you approach the flat roof repair will depend on many factors. The type of existing roofing materials needing repair, the condition of the substrate and even the weather will need to be considered before you go ahead.

Preparing and repairing the flat roof substrate

The underlying substrate of the flat roof should be in a good condition, with no rotten timbers. Any decayed and wet timbers should be replaced. (Standard 18mm OSB3 sterling board or plywood is commonly laid at right angles to joints).

Self-drilling countersunk screws should be used. Under no circumstances should nails or staples be used for fixing of a timber substrate. These fastenings are inclined to work loose and risk damaging the roof covering. The substrate finish should be smooth, and free of sharp edges, wood splinters or other protrusions. All rough surfaces that could potentially damage a membrane, for example, should be isolated or removed completely. The roof surface should also be dry, as any moisture present could lead to a poor-quality repair, particularly in membrane adhesion and blistering.

All surface areas should be swept clear around the site of the repair. Remove debris, dust and any other loose particles. Once the roof has been properly prepared and has a clean, dry substrate, the repair can take place.

Repairing a flat rubber roof

Although EPDM is hardwearing and reliable, it can still be as vulnerable as any other roofing material in exceptional circumstances such as storm damage or a break-in. Repairing a flat rubber roof can often be a straightforward, simple repair process using cold application methods and the correct products.

Flat roof patch repair products are ideal for DIY repairs to small tears or holes in rubber roofing membranes. We also provide a range of tapes and accessories for other types of repairs, such as:

• Leaking skylight or failed seal
• Repairs to pipe flue seals
• Flat roof flashing repairs
• And more.

For flat areas, the membrane can be easily repaired with a piece of Quickseam SA flashing. For damage at angle changes, a Quickseam Corner Flashing patch must be used instead.

Repairing leaks in other flat roof materials

PermaRoof UK Roof Repair liquid provides a long-lasting, reliable seal over a variety of substrates and common flat roofing materials, such as:

• Bituminous coatings
• Single and double-ply membranes
• Felt
• Concrete
• Timber
• Metal
• And more.

Small cracks and splits, holes or tears can be addressed quickly in many cases using liquid PU in this way. Fast and easy to apply using just a good quality paintbrush, this pre-accelerated product is ideal for a quick, yet lasting approach to your DIY flat roof repair.

Emergency Flat Roofing Repairs

If you need to make flat roof repairs quickly, PermaRoof UK Emergency Roof Repair may be the product for you. The liquid PU solution can be applied to a wide range of surfaces including felt, bituminous coatings, concrete, EPDM membrane and more. Even if it rains after application, the waterproofing will not be affected.

Temporary Flat Roof Repairs

Sometimes a temporary flat roof repair is needed to block a leak. This could be until planned works take place or while you wait for a professional appraisal and quotation.

PermaRoof UK Emergency Roof Repair is suitable for a wide range of substrates and materials. Although it provides a long-lasting, reliable seal, this product is also ideal for a temporary flat roof repair.

It is worthwhile keeping an eye on flat roofing around the home and outside buildings to avoid an emergency roof repair and the associated costs. A simple, visual inspection, particularly following inclement weather or storm conditions, can highlight areas that may require further inspection or attention.

Flat roof repairs can often be fixed quickly and easily if they are caught early enough and pre-empting a potential failure is even better. Visually inspect your flat roofing from above, ideally from an upstairs window and also from inside the property and be prepared to act fast if you see any signs of a leak.

Warning signs of a failing flat roof

Preventing Roof Repairs Caused by Gutter Leaks

A leaking roof caused by overflowing, clogged gutters is commonplace across the UK. Clearing gutters every year is an essential, yet time-consuming and sometimes hazardous task for homeowners, who often engage professionals to do it for them.

PermaRoof UK has an innovative product in stock that can help prevent this annual chore for many years. The Gutterbrush is designed to keep debris out of the gutter, while allowing water to pass through the polypropylene filaments and free flow away through the down pipes. This prevents not only clogging of the gutters, but also of the drainage system. Available in two sizes – 100mm and 150mm.

PermaRoof UK has one of the largest stocks of EPDM flat roofing products in the country and puts customer support at the forefront. Buying flat roofing from PermaRoof UK offers peace of mind for both trade and DIY roofers – both in quality products and customer service.

Visit our online store today to buy all your flat roofing supplies for trade and DIY. Our experienced teams are on hand during working hours to help with your orders, share installation tips and give advice on your EPDM roofing projects. Contact us live online via the chat service or phone on 01773 608839.

If you are looking at a DIY approach to your flat roof repair, you will need some basic tools and essential items. Repairing a rubber roof is often fast and easy if you’re well prepared.

Common Tools Required

• 2” silicon hand roller
• Penny roller
• Household broom
• 9” paint roller frame and medium nap solvent compatible roller covers
• Safety glasses and eye cleaning solution
• Mastic gun
• Crayon
• Screw gun and hammer drill
• Solvent resistant rubber gloves
• Stir stick for adhesives
• Tin snips
• Scissors
• Measuring tape
• Hammer
• Duct tape
• Cotton rags

Flat roof leak repair products

A leaking flat roof needs to be addressed quickly to avoid damage to the roof structure, interiors and goods stored inside.

PermaRoof UK stocks a wide range of easy-to-apply products to help with all types of flat roof repairs. Some flat roof issues will require only a patch repair, particularly if the damage is spotted early enough.

Another common problem can be poorly sealed or failed flashing, which can quickly lead to damage. A flat roof flashing repair can often be quickly and easily handled by a confident DIYer, saving time and keeping the costs down. Whatever your problem, we’re here to help every step of the way with a range of high-quality products – EPDM patches, flat roof repair tape, adhesives, tools and much more.

Talk to us if you need expert advice about your flat roofing repairs and we’ll even help you choose the right products for the job.

Professional Roofing Repairs or DIY?

It is worth reminding yourself that you are working at height and could be injured even if working on a single-storey garage flat roof repair. Falls from height are common in the DIY sector, and safety should always come first.

If you aren’t confident working at height as a DIYer, realise your limits and call in a professional roofer to carry out your flat roof repair. An experienced roofer may not charge as much as you think for a simple repair to your rubber roof membrane, for example. Bear in mind that an emergency, out-of-hours call out will cost more than a scheduled, quoted repair.

Find a local flat roof repair specialist near you

If you’re looking for a reliable roof repair contractor, you’ve come to the right place. Through the nationwide PermaRoof EPDM installer network, it’s now much easier to find a reliable tradesperson to carry out your flat roof repairs.

PermaRoof UK EPDM training is industry-renowned and trade roofers completing our training courses receive certification. Because of this, we can confidently recommend someone local to carry out a flat roof repair.

Visit the PermaRoof UK Installer Network today to find a flat roof repair specialist near you. Our service is fast and completely free to use.

If your flat roof leak is too severe or there are multiple leaks, it may be time to replace it altogether. This can also be the case if the cost of the flat roofing repair simply makes more sense to look at a longer term approach.

PermaRoof UK can provide you with a complete kit that includes everything you need, not just to repair the flat roof, but to replace it altogether. This kit includes the highest quality EPDM on the market – Elevate RubberCover, plus all the adhesive, trims and fixings you’ll need. If it is a flat garage roof repair, a shed or other garden building, we have a range of standard roofing kits to replace a failing roof quickly and easily – even for inexperienced DIYers.

Fast and easy-to-apply solutions to all types of flat roof repair

If your flat roof is badly damaged or has multiple leaks it may be time to replace it altogether. We can provide you with a complete kit that includes everything you need, not just to repair the roof, but to replace it altogether. This kit includes the highest quality EPDM on the market – Elevate RubberCover, plus all the adhesive, trims and fixings you’ll need. If the roof needing repairs is a shed or garden building, we have created the perfect product to replace a failing roof quickly and easily – even for inexperienced DIYers.

Our PermaRoof in a Box® kit is a complete shed roof kit including RubberCover rubber membrane, spray contact adhesive and Bond and Seal sealant. All of this is packaged into 1 neat box, available in multiple sizes. Don’t see the size you need? Just ask us and we’ll create a custom kit just for you.

If you need to make roof repairs quickly PermaRoof UK Emergency Roof Repair may be the product for you. The emergency roof repair can be applied to weathered asphalt and bituminous surfaces, concrete, brickwork, fibreglass, felt, metal (galvanised and ferrous), amongst other materials. Even if it rains after application, the waterproofing will not be affected.

For roofing repairs with liquid membrane, we recommend Permaband Matting. It is embedded into a coat of Permaroof 100. Depending on the size and purpose of the area it can be used in joints, splits and reinforcing small areas, in upstands, gutters and wrapping outlets, corners or in larger sizes for on larger areas (main deck area) or higher upstands.

Flat roof repairs – Do-It-Yourself?

We stock a range of excellent products that can make light work of a flat roof repair for DIY. Liquid PU membrane can provide a quick, emergency seal that is effective and long-lasting. Such roof repair systems are ideal for the DIY market, as they are easy to apply and cure quickly without professional assistance. EPDM rubber membrane is also straightforward to repair using adhesives and patches in a similar method to repairing a puncture on a bicycle wheel.

While these types of rubber roofing membrane repair are straightforward to carry out, it is important to remember that the seal must be watertight and the patches you have applied, perfectly adhered. Critical repairs to flat roofing must be carried out to a high-quality and if you aren’t sure you can create a perfect seal, it is wise to call in a professional, insured roofer to repair the membrane.

Professional Roofing Repairs?

It is also worth reminding yourself that this is work at height, generally, even if on a single-storey garage. Falls from height are common in the DIY sector, and safety should always come first. If you aren’t confident working at height as a DIYer, realise your limits and call in a professional roofer to carry out your roof repair. An experienced roofer may not charge as much as you think for a simple repair to your rubber roof membrane. Bear in mind that an emergency, out-of-hours call out will cost more than a scheduled, quoted repair.

It is worthwhile keeping an eye on flat roofing around the home and outside buildings to avoid an emergency roof repair and the associated costs. A simple, visual inspection, particularly following inclement weather or storm conditions, can highlight areas that may require further inspection or attention.

We have a network of approved, qualified contractors available. Through the nationwide PermaRoof EPDM installer network, it’s now much easier to find a reliable tradesperson to carry out your flat roof repairs. PermaRoof UK EPDM training is industry-renowned and trade roofers completing our training courses receive industry-recognised certification.

Professional flat roofers are invited to join our installer network following completion of the training and a stringent vetting process, offering peace of mind in this free service for homeowners.

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