Horsham Roofing Company
Bespoke Roofing & Renovations provides professional roofing services across Horsham and the surrounding areas of West Sussex.
We are a family-run roofing and scaffolding company with more than 20 years of industry experience. Our team undertakes everything from complete roof replacements and roof-lining upgrades to flat roofing, chimney work and specialist leadwork.
Because we manage both the roofing and scaffolding ourselves, our customers receive one coordinated quotation, one point of contact and a clearly planned schedule from the initial inspection through to completion.
For a free, no-obligation roofing quotation in Horsham, call 01403 915855. You can also send photographs of your roof by WhatsApp for an initial assessment.
Roofing Services for Horsham Properties
Horsham has a varied mixture of properties, from historic buildings and Victorian homes near the town centre to twentieth-century housing in Roffey, Holbrook and Littlehaven. Broadbridge Heath, Southwater and the surrounding villages also contain modern developments alongside older cottages and rural properties.
Different buildings require different approaches. Older tiled and slate roofs may require careful matching of materials, while properties built later in the twentieth century commonly develop problems with ageing underfelt, mortar bedding, concrete tiles and insufficient ventilation.
We inspect the complete roof before preparing a quotation. This helps us distinguish between a localised defect and a roof that would benefit from more comprehensive renewal.
New Roofs and Roof Replacements in Horsham
A complete roof replacement may be the most economical long-term option when the roof covering, battens and underlying membrane have reached the end of their serviceable life.
Our pitched roof replacement work can include:
• Carefully removing the existing tiles or slates.
• Assessing the visible roof structure once uncovered.
• Installing eaves support trays where required.
• Supplying and installing a new breathable roofing membrane.
• Installing new treated roofing battens.
• Replacing the roof covering with suitable tiles or slate.
• Renewing valleys, lead flashings and other weathering details.
• Installing a mechanically fixed dry ridge or dry hip system where appropriate.
• Improving roof-space ventilation where required.
• Removing roofing waste and leaving the property clean and tidy.
Where existing tiles remain in good condition, it may be possible to retain and reuse them. This can be particularly valuable on older Horsham properties where preserving the appearance of the original roof is important.
Roof Lining and Felt Replacement
Many older Horsham roofs contain traditional bitumen-based felt beneath the tiles. Over time, this material can become brittle, torn or badly deteriorated.
Defective underfelt does not always mean that every roof tile must be replaced. If the existing tiles remain serviceable, we may recommend carefully removing them, renewing the membrane and battens, and then reinstating the original covering.
A roof-lining project normally includes:
• Removing tiles from the affected roof slope.
• Taking out deteriorated felt and battens.
• Checking the visible rafters and roof structure.
• Installing new breathable membrane and treated battens.
• Renewing damaged eaves details.
• Replacing broken or unsuitable tiles.
• Reinstating the roof covering securely.
A breathable roofing system can assist with moisture management, but the roof’s ventilation requirements must be considered as part of the complete design. Condensation should not automatically be treated as a roof leak without first identifying how moisture is entering or accumulating within the roof space.
Flat Roofing in Horsham
Flat roofs are commonly found on extensions, garages, dormers, porches and commercial buildings throughout Horsham.
We install several flat-roofing systems, including:
Three-Layer Felt Roofing
A correctly installed multi-layer felt system provides a robust and proven covering for many domestic flat roofs. The roof deck, perimeter trims, upstands and drainage outlets must all be properly prepared to create a reliable finish.
GRP Fibreglass Roofing
GRP forms a seamless, hard-wearing surface that is well suited to many garages, extensions and dormer roofs. Correct deck preparation and properly formed perimeter trims are essential to its performance.
Fibre-Reinforced Liquid Roofing
Liquid-applied roofing can be useful for roofs with complicated details, awkward penetrations or existing surfaces where a compatible overlay system is appropriate.
Before recommending a roofing system, we assess the roof’s condition, construction, drainage and intended use. If the deck or supporting timber has deteriorated, this will be identified separately within the quotation.
Chimney and Leadwork Services in Horsham
Chimneys are exposed to rain, frost and changing temperatures throughout the year. Deterioration can occur within the mortar joints, flaunching, render, chimney pots and the junction where the stack meets the roof.
Our chimney and leadwork services include:
• Chimney repointing.
• Repairs to cracked or defective render.
• Renewing chimney flaunching.
• Replacing damaged chimney pots and caps.
• Installing suitable cowls or C-caps.
• Renewing lead aprons, soakers and stepped flashings.
• Repairing chimney back gutters.
• Carefully reducing or removing redundant chimney stacks where appropriate.
Water appearing near a chimney does not necessarily confirm which component has failed. We inspect the surrounding tiles, roof lining and leadwork before deciding what work is required.
Valleys, Ridges, Hips and Verges
Roof junctions and perimeter details receive significant weather exposure and are frequent sources of deterioration.
We repair and replace:
• Lead valleys.
• GRP valley troughs.
• Tiled valley details.
• Mortar-bedded ridge and hip tiles.
• Mechanically fixed dry ridge and hip systems.
• Bonnet tiles.
• Mortared and mechanically fixed verges.
• Individual slipped, cracked or storm-damaged tiles.
When renewing a valley, we may recommend replacing part of the membrane and battens on either side. This allows the new valley to be properly integrated into the surrounding roof rather than treating only the visible channel.
Roofing Historic and Conservation Properties
Horsham includes historic town-centre buildings, period homes and properties situated within designated conservation areas. Roofing work on these buildings can require closer attention to the appearance, profile and suitability of replacement materials.
Where appropriate, we will discuss whether existing clay tiles, slate or other traditional materials can be retained. Property owners should confirm whether planning permission, listed-building consent or conservation restrictions apply before substantial alterations are undertaken.
Our written quotation will clearly describe the proposed roofing materials and the extent of the work, helping customers make any necessary enquiries before proceeding.
What to Expect from Bespoke Roofing
1. Initial Enquiry
Contact us on 01403 915855 and explain the roofing work you require. Photographs can be sent by WhatsApp where available.
2. Site Visit
We visit the property to assess the roof, access requirements and surrounding conditions.
3. Drone Inspection Where Suitable
A drone may be used where it provides a safe and useful view of inaccessible roof areas. All drone use remains subject to weather, access and applicable flight restrictions.
4. Photographic Explanation
Where possible, we provide photographs showing the areas discussed so that you can understand why particular work has been recommended.
5. Written Quotation
You receive a clear written quotation setting out the proposed work, materials, scaffolding requirements and price.
6. Roofing and Scaffolding Coordination
Our in-house scaffolding capability allows the access and roofing programme to be organised together without relying entirely on separate contractors.
7. Completion and Guarantee
When the work is complete, the site is cleared and the applicable workmanship and material guarantees are confirmed in writing.
Why Choose Bespoke Roofing in Horsham?
• More than 20 years of roofing-industry experience.
• Family-run roofing and scaffolding company.
• Federation of Master Builders accredited.
• Checkatrade registered.
• £10 million public liability insurance.
• In-house scaffolding provision.
• Drone roof surveys where suitable.
• Clear written quotations with photographic evidence.
• Written guarantees on qualifying installations.
• Registered waste carrier.
• More than 150 customer reviews.
Areas Covered Around Horsham
Our Horsham roofing service covers RH12 and RH13, including:
• Horsham town centre.
• Roffey.
• Holbrook.
• Littlehaven.
• Broadbridge Heath.
• Southwater.
• Warnham.
• Mannings Heath.
• Colgate.
• Faygate.
• Surrounding villages by arrangement.
If your property is outside these locations, contact us to confirm availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide free roofing quotations in Horsham?
Yes. We provide free, no-obligation quotations for suitable roofing work throughout Horsham and the surrounding area.
Can scaffolding be included within the quotation?
Yes. We provide in-house scaffolding and can include the required access within the roofing quotation. The scaffold design and price will depend on the property, roof height and work being undertaken.
Do you replace complete roofs?
Yes. We install new tiled, slate and flat roofing systems. We can also renew roof lining and battens while retaining suitable existing tiles where this is practical.
Do you undertake chimney and leadwork?
Yes. Our work includes chimney repointing, flaunching, pots and caps, chimney removal and the renewal of lead flashings, valleys, aprons, soakers and back gutters.
Do you provide roof guarantees?
Qualifying installations are supplied with a written guarantee. The duration and coverage depend on the roofing system and work completed and will be confirmed within the quotation.
Can I send photographs before arranging a visit?
Yes. Photographs can be sent by WhatsApp and may help us understand the problem before attending. Photographs do not replace an on-site assessment where one is required.
Request Your Free Horsham Roofing Quotation
For experienced roofing contractors in Horsham, call Bespoke Roofing & Renovations on 01403 915855.
You can also send photographs by WhatsApp to arrange an initial assessment. We will discuss the roofing work, arrange a suitable site visit and provide a clear written quotation.
For roofing services elsewhere on the Sussex coast, visit our Brighton roofing homepage.
