Repairs
Flat Roof & Leak Repairs Across London
A leaking flat roof rarely leaks where the water shows up inside. We trace the fault to its source, explain what has gone wrong in plain English, and carry out a repair designed to last, not a patch that fails at the next downpour.
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What we repair
Most flat roof problems come down to a handful of causes. We repair all of them:
- Splits, cracks and punctures in felt and other membranes
- Blistering and lifting where layers have lost adhesion
- Failed laps and joints letting water track under the membrane
- Cracked or debonded upstands, flashings and edge details
- Leaking junctions around rooflights, vents and pipe penetrations
- Blocked or failed outlets and standing water problems
- Overflowing gutters and tired fascias, soffits and gutters that soak the roof edge
- Storm damage, including wind-lifted coverings
How we diagnose a leak
We diagnose leaks by inspecting the whole roof, not just the wet patch: the membrane surface, every upstand, lap and penetration, the outlets and the internal evidence. Water can enter at one point and appear somewhere else entirely, which is why guesswork is expensive. You get a clear explanation of what we found, photos of the problem, and a written price for the fix before any work starts.
Repair, overlay or replace?
Not every tired roof needs stripping. If the covering is broadly sound, a localised repair or a full overlay with a new RBM system can add years of service for a fraction of the cost of replacement. If the roof is beyond sensible repair, we will say so and price the options honestly. Either way you will know exactly where you stand.
How we repair
Our core repair system is reinforced bituminous membrane (RBM), also known as torch-on felt: tough, proven and compatible with the majority of existing flat roofs. For upstands, edges, penetrations and anywhere an open flame is not appropriate, we use cold-applied liquid waterproofing instead, in line with the industry's Safe2Torch guidance.
We repair flat roofs on homes, extensions and garages as well as commercial and residential blocks. For property managers we can combine a repair visit with a wider roof condition survey, so one call-out answers the bigger question too: how long has this roof got?
Frequently asked questions
How do you find the source of a flat roof leak?
By inspecting the whole roof, not just the wet patch. Water can enter at a split, a failed lap or a cracked upstand and travel a long way under the membrane before it shows inside, so we check the surface, every detail and penetration, and the outlets before recommending a repair.
Can a flat roof be repaired, or does it need replacing?
Most flat roofs can be repaired if the deck and insulation underneath are still dry. Localised splits, blisters and failed details can be patched with RBM or made good with liquid-applied waterproofing. Replacement only makes sense when moisture has spread beneath the membrane or the covering has failed across its whole area.
What is ponding water, and is it a problem?
Ponding is rainwater that is still sitting on the roof around 48 hours after it stopped raining. It usually points to blocked outlets or a deck that has deflected over time. On its own it is not always a defect, but it speeds up wear at laps and details, so persistent ponding is worth investigating.
Do you work for both homeowners and businesses?
Yes. Pluvian Roofing repairs flat roofs on homes, extensions and garages, and works with property managers, managing agents, housing associations and facilities managers on commercial and residential blocks across South London and Greater London.
How much does a flat roof repair cost?
It depends on the size of the fault, the access and how the roof was built, so we do not publish flat rates. Every repair starts with an inspection and a written price agreed before any work begins, so you know the cost up front.
Got a leak? Tell us what is happening
Send us a few details and a photo if you have one. We will come back to you with next steps.
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