Roofing guide
Summer House & Garden Room Roofs
Garden buildings can use pitched tiled or slate roofs, lightweight shingles or flat membrane systems depending on the structure, appearance and required lifespan.
How it works
The roof still needs the same fundamentals as a house: a sound deck or structure, correct waterproof covering, enough fall for drainage, secure edge details and suitable ventilation or insulation where the building is heated.
Important: The right specification depends on the property, roof pitch, exposure, structure and existing roof condition. A site inspection is the best way to confirm the correct system.
Main benefits
✓Improves garden-room durability
✓Options for modern or traditional finishes
✓Suitable for insulated rooms and simple summer houses
✓Can match the main property
Easytile services
- Tiled garden room roofs
- Flat EPDM / GRP roofs
- Summer house re-roofs
- Roof repairs
- Roofline and guttering work
What affects the lifespan of a roof?
Material quality matters, but installation and detailing are equally important. Roof pitch, wind exposure, ventilation, drainage, fixings, junction details and routine maintenance all influence how a roof performs over time.
Signs you may need an inspection
- Recurring leaks or damp marks
- Slipped, cracked or missing tiles or slates
- Daylight visible through the roof space
- Deteriorated flashing around chimneys or walls
- Sagging areas or uneven roof lines
- Persistent moss combined with damaged coverings
- Blocked or overflowing rainwater systems