Roof Replacement in Waterlooville
Roof replacement for homes in Waterlooville, Cowplain, Purbrook and the villages north of Portsdown Hill. Full strip and re-roof with new membrane and battens, and free, no-obligation quotes.
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Full strip and re-roof
- Scaffolding arranged for you
- Fully insured
Re-roofing homes north of the hill
Waterlooville grew quickly in the second half of the twentieth century, and many homes across the town, Cowplain and Purbrook date from the 1960s, 70s and 80s. Many were built with concrete interlocking tiles over bitumen felt, and those roofs are now reaching the age where the felt has perished and the tiles have weathered badly.
Water getting past a worn tile used to run down the felt and into the gutter. Once the felt has broken down at the eaves, it runs into the roof space instead, which is why leaks on these roofs can seem to come from nowhere. A replacement with a breathable membrane, new battens and new tiles solves the problem at the source.
We also replace roofs on older houses, bungalows and village properties out towards Denmead and Horndean. Wherever you are, we come out, look at the roof and give you a clear, written quote.
- Full strip and re-roof
- Timber checks and rafter repairs
- Breathable membrane and new battens
- Ridges, hips, verges and lead work renewed
- Scaffolding arranged for you
- Old roof removed and site left tidy
Signs your roof needs replacing
On older estate roofs the trouble often starts out of sight. Here is what to look out for.
Felt broken down at the eaves
Look up at the gutter: if the felt that should lap into it has rotted away, water is getting into the roof edge.
Leaks that seem to come from nowhere
With the felt gone, rain driven past the tiles can turn up a long way from where it got in.
Cracked mortar ridges
Mortar-bedded ridges and verges crack and loosen with age, and the tiles start to lift in the wind.
Tiles worn and mossy
Concrete tiles that are rough, faded and covered in moss have lost the surface that keeps the water out.
Slipped tiles across the roof
Tiles sliding out in several places usually means the nibs or nails are failing roof-wide, not in one spot.
Damp patches on top-floor ceilings
Stains on ceilings or damp timbers in the loft mean water is getting through, and a repair may only move the leak.
Roof replacement around Waterlooville
We cover Waterlooville and the towns and villages around it, including these areas.
Waterlooville PO7
Estate homes and bungalows from the post-war decades, many under concrete interlocking tiles.
Cowplain & Hart Plain PO8
Family homes and bungalows north of the town, from simple gables to complex hipped roofs.
Purbrook & Widley PO7
Homes between Cosham and Waterlooville, including those on the exposed slopes of Portsdown Hill.
Denmead PO7
Village homes and larger detached properties with more complex roof shapes.
Horndean & Lovedean PO8
Homes on the edge of the South Downs, from cottages to newer builds.
Cosham & Drayton PO6
Just over the hill in Portsmouth, with 1930s semis and bungalows due a new roof.
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How we replace a roof in Waterlooville
From the first visit to the last tile, this is how a roof replacement with us runs in Waterlooville.
Inspection and free quote
We look at the roof and the loft, take photos and explain what we find before giving you a clear, written quote.
Scaffold and strip
Scaffolding goes up, then the old covering, battens and felt come off and are taken away responsibly.
Timbers and membrane
Rafters are checked and repaired where needed, then a breathable membrane and new treated battens go on.
New roof and finishes
Slate or tiles are laid, ridges, hips, verges, valleys and lead work are finished neatly, and the site is left clean.
Slate, clay or concrete tiles?
Many Waterlooville homes were built with concrete tiles, and modern concrete tiles remain a practical choice, but you have options.
Natural slate
Long-lasting and right for many Victorian and Edwardian houses, fixed to suit the pitch and exposure.
Clay plain tiles
A traditional small-format tile with a warm colour, often chosen for character and period homes.
Concrete tiles
Interlocking concrete tiles are a practical, cost-effective choice for many semis and bungalows.
Re-using your tiles
Where the existing tiles are sound, they can sometimes be stripped and re-laid on new underlay and battens.
What our customers say
Average from 17 reviews on Google
- High standard of work
- On time
- Leaks sorted
- Polite staff
Altitude came recommended and lived up to it: quick to respond, polite and fairly priced. They put right a large shed roof that another company had already had two goes at.
Great from first call to finish. Jordan took the time to explain what was behind the cold spots in the house, kept us updated throughout, and the roof work itself was done to a high standard.
I had water coming in around the chimney and some very expensive quotes elsewhere. Jordan was honest, explained exactly what the repair needed and broke the cost down clearly.
Customer comments are summarised from their Google reviews. Rating correct as of September 2026.
Roof replacement Waterlooville FAQs
Answers to the questions we are asked most about replacing a roof in Waterlooville.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Waterlooville?
It comes down to the size and shape of the roof, scaffolding, the covering you choose and what we find underneath once the old roof is stripped. A bungalow with a large hipped roof can cost more than a two-storey house with a simple gable. We give you a free, written quote after looking at the roof, with no obligation.
Why is my roof leaking when the tiles look fine?
On roofs from the 1960s to the 1980s the culprit is often the felt rather than the tiles. Old bitumen felt breaks down, especially at the eaves, so water that gets past the tiles in driving rain ends up in the loft instead of the gutter. If the felt has failed across the roof, replacing it means stripping the tiles, and that is usually the point to replace the roof.
Do you replace the ridge and verges at the same time?
Yes. Mortar-bedded ridges and verges are a common weak point on older roofs. On a replacement we fit new ridges, hips and verges, using dry-fixed systems where they suit the roof, so there is no mortar to crack and wash out.
Do I need planning permission to replace my roof in Waterlooville?
Like-for-like re-roofing does not usually need planning permission. Listed buildings and conservation areas can be different, and renewing most of a roof can bring Building Regulations into play. We flag anything that could apply before work starts.
Can you replace a roof in winter?
Yes. Re-roofing goes on all year round, although the weather has more say in winter. We plan the work around the forecast and keep you updated if a wet or windy spell changes the timescale.
Roof replacement in nearby areas
We replace roofs right across Portsmouth and South Hampshire. Find out more about your area, or see every area we cover.
Get a free roof replacement quote in Waterlooville
Request a callback and we will arrange a time to look at your roof, explain what we find and give you a clear, written quote.