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Pitch Roofing

Pitch and Vertical Roofing:

A roof in Hove after re-design and replacement by CRB

Pitch and vertical roofing covers all types of roofing for which tiles and slates are used, in sloping and vertical formats. CRB installs all types of this system and offers a 10-year guarantee on all new pitch and vertical roofs. We utilise a wide range of roofing materials and offer advice and support for selecting the correct kind of tile or slate. CRB is able to bring samples to your property to help decide which is best for you, and we also offer advice regarding planning and building regulations.

Pitch and vertical tiling in traditional Sussex Clay Peg Tiles reclaimed over several years to give the perfect finish to this listed building

We regularly source and install reclaimed and handmade materials for use on listed properties and in conservation areas. In addition to selecting the best tiles for a job, CRB invests time in selecting the best rot-resistant timber battens, non-corroding nails and membranes, to ensure our roofs stand the test of time. We have a blanket policy on the use of membranes, installing only BBA-approved breathable membranes. These 'smart' membranes allow the roof space to ventilate and 'breathe' and thus increase the lifespan of the roof's timber components. They also resist the sun's rays where the membrane is exposed at gutter level. This combats the little-known but common problem of felt retreat, where old bitumous felts deteriorate under UV rays and retreat under the gutter line, allowing leaks to develop.


Roofing completed during and extension of this property by CRB. Note the main roof where CRB used reclaimed matching tiles to blend the new to the old seamlessly. The architect specified a contrasting Plain Marley Tile for the new lower front roof

We will travel to wherever you need us to work. Typically though, our most popular areas for pitch and vertical roofing are Eastbourne, Lewes, Seaford, Hailsham, Uckfield, Heathfield and all the surrounding villages.

Gutters, Fascias and Soffits:

CRB installs all types of uPVC, aluminium and cast iron rainwater systems. We always make a point of inspecting gutters, fascias and soffits while carrying out any other roofing project. Having done so, we advise our clients on these items' remaining lifespans, allowing future maintenance planning. CRB always cleans out all gutters reachable when carrying out roofing jobs; we understand that an opportunity to do this maintenance chore should never be ignored!

Pitch and vertical tiling in traditional Sussex Clay Peg Tiles reclaimed over several years to give the perfect finish to this listed building

Lead Work:

CRB has in-house lead workers who are trained in forming all types of lead gullies, valleys, flashings and trays. All CRB's leadwork is designed to meet the Lead Development Association's guidelines. This organisation provides manuals and technical information to the lead working industry, to ensure good practice and design.

Cherrypickers:

Cherrypickers are a very useful resource for roofers, but relatively few roofing companies invest in the necessary training that would allow their staff to use these clever machines. CRB is uncommon in this regard. We have IPAF qualified roofers, so we are able to reach those parts other roofers can't. We work with cherrypicker suppliers to select the right size of machine for each individual project. This often saves time and saves our clients the expense of scaffolding, allowing us to carry out repairs at a lower cost than contractors who do not have qualified cherrypicker operators.