Local roofing specialists serving Tarring and the BN13 postcode. Pre-Norman village — oldest settlement in Worthing; flint and stone. Free quotes, no call-out fee.
Tarring is the oldest settlement in Worthing — a pre-Norman village of flint and stone cottages ranging from medieval through to Victorian, much of it inside a designated conservation area. Most properties carry clay peg tile and natural slate over aged flint and stone walls. the historic High Street, the cottages around St Andrew's and the older lanes of West Tarring all show it.
At around 2.5km from the coast Tarring sees less direct salt spray than the seafront, but its conservation-area status shapes every repair. On this stock, the flat-roof failures we see most are ponding and blistered felt, failed seams and upstands and lifted edges after gales. Every flat-roofing job in Tarring gets conservation-grade work — hydraulic lime repointing and, where materials change, conservation-officer approval before we start.
Every flat roof job begins with structural deck inspection. If the plywood or OSB substrate is sound, we can overlay GRP directly. If deck has rotted from water ingress, we strip to the joists and relay new deck before applying GRP.
Fibreglass matting saturated with polyester resin is applied to the deck in a seamless layer. Gel coat topcoat applied same day. Fully weatherproof within 24 hours. No joints, no seams.
Minimum 1:80 fall on all flat roofs. Upstands minimum 150mm at all perimeter edges — 200mm on coastal-facing properties. Outlet positions designed for peak West Sussex rainfall.
Pre-Norman village — oldest settlement in Worthing; flint and stone medieval to Victorian stock; designated conservation area. Named streets and estates we work on regularly include High Street Tarring, St Andrews Road, Rectory Gardens.
West of Worthing town centre; 2.5km from Channel; conservation area obligations override standard repair specification throughout. This combination of exposure conditions shapes the specification we apply on every Tarring job.
The most frequent flat roofing work we carry out in BN13: All repointing requires hydraulic lime; material changes need conservation officer approval; lead flashings on aged stock frequently failing. We carry materials appropriate for this housing stock on every visit to Tarring.
| System | Lifespan (Coastal) | Maintenance | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRP fibreglass | 40–50 years | None required | ✓ Standard spec |
| EPDM rubber | 20–30 years | Inspect seams 5-yearly | Large roofs >50m² |
| Torch-on felt | 8–12 years coastal | Reseal annually | ✗ Not recommended |
Prices are guides. Free written quote on every job in Tarring. Call 01903 905 128.
Typical timescales for Tarring properties. Every roof differs — your written quote confirms the schedule for your job.
| Timescale | Stage | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | Small flat roof | A porch, bay or small garage in GRP or EPDM, weather permitting. |
| 1–2 days | Typical extension | Single-storey rear extension or larger garage roof, strip to finish. |
| 2–4 days | Warm-roof upgrade | Deck repair plus insulation build-up and new membrane. |
| Within a week | Quote to completion | Usual turnaround for a standard flat-roof replacement. |
GRP and EPDM systems are specified for two decades-plus of coastal exposure.
Our installation backed in writing, on top of the material warranty.
Seamless systems mean no felt laps — the point where old flat roofs always failed.
"Listed cottage on the High Street, lime mortar repoint and lead flashing. Conservation officer approved."
"Pre-1900 flint property, clay tile replacement. Sourced handmade tiles that matched the original."
"Annual inspection on our historic Tarring property. Very thorough and knowledgeable."
Costs in BN13 follow our standard West Sussex pricing. Garage flat roof (GRP) typically costs £800–£1,600. Free, no-obligation quotes — call 01903 905 128.
Yes. We cover all of BN13 including Tarring and surrounding areas. Call 01903 905 128 to arrange a free inspection and quote.
Yes. West of Worthing town centre; 2.5km from Channel; conservation area obligations override standard repair specification throughout. We specify appropriate coastal-grade materials on all Tarring work as standard.
For emergencies in BN13 we aim for same-day attendance. For non-urgent work we typically attend within 3–5 working days. Call 01903 905 128.
Pre-Norman village — oldest settlement in Worthing; flint and stone medieval to Victorian stock; designated conservation. This housing stock creates specific requirements — All repointing requires hydraulic lime; material changes need conservation officer approval; lead fl.
Yes. Every significant roofing job in BN13 starts with a direct roof inspection and a written, itemised quote. Call 01903 905 128 to arrange.
All workmanship carries our 10-year written guarantee, in addition to manufacturer material guarantees where applicable. Call 01903 905 128.
No call-out fees. No obligation. A free quote from a local Worthing roofer.
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