Remove the old covering
Establish the condition, priorities and access before work is specified.
Built-up felt roofing
Layered bitumen felt systems for domestic and commercial flat roofs.
Built-up felt roofing.
JDL installs built-up bitumen felt roofing over a sound, prepared deck. Multiple layers and a hard-wearing mineral finish form the completed waterproof covering.
- Layered roofing system
- Hard-wearing mineral finish
- Garages and extensions
- Commercial flat roof applications
The roof decides the specification.
Condition, roof shape, exposure, drainage, access and the surrounding details all affect the work required. JDL inspects those factors before confirming the scope.
How the work is completed.
The detailed method follows the agreed specification. These are the main stages.
Inspect and prepare the deck
Confirm the system, materials and practical arrangements in writing.
Apply the layered system
Complete the agreed work methodically and keep the property protected.
Finish edges and outlets
Inspect the completed work and confirm the applicable terms.
10-year guarantee on eligible built-up felt installations.
The written quotation confirms the system, included work and the complete guarantee terms for the specified project.
Read the guarantee informationCommon questions.
How do I know whether I need felt roofing?
Start with the problem you can see and how urgent it is. JDL will assess the roof, relevant details and access before setting out the appropriate work.
Can photographs help with the first assessment?
Yes. Ground-level or safely taken photographs can provide useful context. A final specification may still require an on-site roof survey.
What will the quotation include?
The written quotation sets out the proposed work, principal materials and the guarantee terms that apply to the specified work.
How soon will I receive my roofing quote?
After the site visit, JDL sends your written quotation within 48 hours. Most are sent within 24 hours.