
Flat Roof Repairs
Flat Roof Repairs for Felt, Rubber and Fibreglass Roofs
Flat roof repairs for felt, rubber and fibreglass roofs across Durham, Sunderland, Newcastle and the North East.
A leaking flat roof is usually caused by a failed edge, seam, outlet, upstand or roof covering. Ashurst & Sons Roofing repairs felt, rubber and fibreglass flat roofs and will say clearly when a replacement is the better long-term route.

Repairing the detail that failed
Flat roof repair is usually about finding the detail that failed, then deciding whether a repair still makes sense. This page explains the usual weak points and makes it easy to book a quote.
- Felt flat roof repairs
- Rubber roof repairs
- Fibreglass roof repairs
- Lantern, upstand and outlet detailing
| Material | Useful when | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| Felt | Practical repairs and replacement on many older flat roofs. | Splits, blistering, failed laps and tired edges. |
| Rubber | A tidy single-ply option where the deck and details suit it. | Punctures, lifted edges and poor outlet detail. |
| Fibreglass | A hard finish for suitable flat roof decks. | Cracks, movement and badly detailed trims. |
Frequently asked questions
Can a leaking flat roof be repaired?
Often, yes. The right repair depends on whether the failure is in the covering, edge detail, outlet, upstand or the deck underneath.
Do you repair felt, rubber and fibreglass roofs?
Yes, Ashurst & Sons Roofing works with felt, rubber and fibreglass flat roofs.
When does a flat roof need replacing?
Repeated leaks, a soft deck, widespread cracking or failed old detailing can make replacement more sensible than another short-term repair.
Need a roof checked, repaired or replaced?
Send a few details or call Ashurst & Sons Roofing for a free quote. There is no call-out fee, and all agreed work is guaranteed.
