“Thank you once again for an excellent service, from initial consultation to the work’s completion. We are extremely pleased with the work carried out. Your men are a credit to your company.”

Roofing Contractors Hailsham

Hailsham Roofing

CRB Contractors have great experience in roofing and much of their roofing work is based around Hailsham. They are proud of the testimonials for roofing work they have carried out.

Felt Roofing in Hailsham:

A replacement felt roof in Baileys felt to the Royal Mail Cash Office in Eastbourne

Flat roofs often fill people with fear about leaks, but there is no need to worry, provided the roof is properly constructed. A flat roof well-installed by a competent tradesman offers a fantastic, long and hassle-free lifespan. Modern advances in felt technology mean CRB now offers 12-, 15- and even 20-year guarantees on flat roofs. CRB installs "torch on" systems; these are now the most commonplace type of new flat roof. The name "torch on" refers to the method of application, using an open-flame torch to heat the felt. The felt, which is prefinished at manufacture stage, incorporates an adhesion layer that activates under the heat of the open-flame torch. This type of open-flame installation is sometimes unsuitable for older buildings, such as those with timber frames; in these instances, CRB employs the traditional "roll and pour" technique. In this method, the adhesion layer is provided by a liquid-blown bitumen layer that is heated on site in a gas boiler and then poured on to the roof and rolled out, prior to laying the felt.

Single-Ply Membranes:

A single ply roof to a typical extension, this included upgrading insulation and supplying walkway tiles so the window cleaners didn't damage the membrane with ladders

The single-ply membrane is the most advanced form of flat roofing at the present time. Traditional felt systems are 'built up' from several layers of felt; previously, it was thought this offers the best protection against leaks. However, advances in membrane technology mean that, now, similar levels of protection can be achieved with a single layer. The advantages of this for the end-user include quicker installation (so the roof is unprotected for less time - especially important during winter), a more attractive roof (metal edge trims combine with attractive grey membranes), and the removal of heat from the installation (no heat whatsoever is required in this process).

A dormer roof replacement that was on the fourth floor, long lasting single ply was perfect for the job as the roof was expensive to reach by scaffold and single ply will last around  ten years more than its felt equivalent

CRB is a specialist in the Rhepanol FK system and our Rhepanol roofs have passed inspections by FDT, the importer of Rhepanol to the UK. When CRB first decided to become an approved installer of single-ply membranes, we met with several leading manufacturers to investigate the quality and longevity of their products. CRB assessed rubber roofs, EPDM and fibreglass systems and found them all to be inferior to the Rhepanol membrane. We were impressed with the quality of the Rhepanol FK roofing membrane and also with FDT's excellent approach to long-term customer service. Only those companies, such as CRB, that have attended the Rhepanol training school, in Loughborough, and had their subsequent work inspected and tested, are permitted to purchase the materials. Unqualified roofers are unable to buy Rhepanol and, as such, CRB is part of a select network of installers. We also opted for this brand of membrane because of its long lifespan. Rhepanol is the oldest single-ply membrane in the world; it was first used in Germany, more than 70 years ago. The guarantee periods range from 15 to 20 years, subject to the roof conditions established prior to pricing.

Liquid Plastic Systems:

Liquid plastic represents a growth area for flat roofing. This new technology provides stable and long-term, UV-resistant finishes. CRB is a qualified installer of the Sealoflex system which is constructed from several layers of waterproof liquid plastic. The liquid plastic, once in place, sets to form a long-term impervious finish. Between the layers of liquid plastic there is encapsulated an 'intelligent' layer of flexible polyester that allows for reinforcement and provides, very importantly, flexibility. This means the Sealoflex system moves with the natural movement of a building. This flexibility is particularly useful at the meeting points between different base materials; different materials expand and contract at different rates, potentially causing tears and splits if a roof is too rigid. Sealoflex is an expensive option for clients with very large flat roofs, so CRB often recommends an alternative system, such as felt or single-ply. However, Sealoflex is often the best and most cost-effective solution on smaller roofs with more complex layouts. It is also a fantastic product for repairing existing lead roofs or steel valleys, gullies or gutters. In these applications, Sealoflex saves clients the more expensive cost of replacing lead or steel elements.