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Felt roofing pops up everywhere — garages, old sheds, extensions, all the usual spots that need something simple that works.
It’s basically sheets of felt soaked in bitumen, backed with fibreglass so it doesn’t fall apart as soon as the weather turns. When it’s fitted properly, it just gets on with the job for years.
People like it because it bends, it’s affordable, and it handles rough weather really well. The only real catch is it needs someone who knows how to lay it. If the seals or edges aren’t done right, leaks creep in fast.
A good felt roofer sorts all the bits most of us don’t think about. For example, the prep, the overlaps, the heat sealing, and the edges where water always tries its luck. Ventilation and insulation matter, too, even if they’re not the exciting bits.
Different felts behave differently, so the installer needs to know what they’re working with and adjust things for your building, not just follow the same pattern every time.
If you’ve ended up here after typing “felt roofers near me”, this guide walks you through the signs of damage, what felt roofers actually do, and how to find someone decent without wasting your whole afternoon.
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Understanding Your Felt Roofing Needs
Trying to work out whether your roof needs a quick patch or a full felt roofing job? It helps to know what’s going on up there so the roofer can get straight to the issue.
Here’s what to watch out for in terms of roof felting:
- Blisters, bubbles or cracks in the felt — all signs the waterproof layer is starting to fail.
- Patches of standing water after rain. Flat roofs drain differently to pitched ones, so pooling can quickly cause trouble, especially on a flat roof construction.
- Damp patches indoors (ceilings, corners, peeling wallpaper or brown stains).
- Felt lifting at the edges, corners curling or areas that flap in the wind.
- Old felt that’s dried out, cracked or gone brittle in the sun.
- Sections that have been patched before and are now starting to fail again.
If anything on this list rings a bell, don’t panic. You'll be able to find a felt roofer quickly. They'll tell you whether it needs a small repair, an overlay, or a full replacement. Most of the time, catching it early saves you a much bigger bill later.
Finding Local Felt Roofers on MyJobQuote
If you’ve been searching for “felt roofers near me”, MyJobQuote lets you quickly find local specialists.
Here’s how to get things moving:
- Enter your postcode so it shows you local roofers.
- Say what you need doing (repair, re-felt, overlay). Mention if it ties into a bigger job, like a flat roof replacement.
- Give a quick note about the roof (size, slope, pooling). If it’s part of an extension, say whether it’s a standard one or a flat roof extension.
- Add a couple of photos if you can.
- Choose a rough budget and when you’d like them to start.
- Confirm your details.
Your job is shown to local felt roofing contractors who can contact you with quotes or follow-up questions.
You can also check their MyJobQuote profiles. Here, you can read reviews, see photos, and the jobs they’ve already finished.
Check Felt Roofing Specialist Credentials
Before you book anyone, have a quick look at who they are and what they’ve actually done. A roofer’s MyJobQuote profile is the easiest place to start. There, you'll find real jobs, real reviews, and photos you can judge for yourself.
- Photos of past felt roof installs, repairs, and overlays, so you can see the standard they work to.
- Reviews from homeowners who've used them already (always more useful than a star rating alone).
- Membership with trade bodies like NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) or CORC (Confederation of Roofing Contractors).
- Public liability insurance, so you’re covered if something goes wrong while they’re working on your roof.
Be sure their MyJobQuote profile shows solid workmanship, good feedback, and a few completed felt roofs that look like the kind of job you’d be happy with.
And if anything feels a little ambiguous (materials, number of layers, how they deal with tricky edges), just ask. Your roofer will explain things without making it complicated.
Felt Roofing Recommendations
Alongside using MyJobQuote to search for local roofers, personal recommendations can also help. Friends, neighbours, family or colleagues may have recently used a felt roofer and can give honest feedback.
Still, always check their MyJobQuote profile. People’s standards differ, so it’s best to take a look at reviews and photos yourself.
Clarify the Contract With Your Felt Roofing Service
Before anyone climbs up on the roof or starts tearing off old felt, get something written down. Get a clear note of what you’ve both agreed so nothing turns into a “but I thought…” halfway through.
This agreement should outline the following:
- What they’re actually doing.
- The price, plus anything that might nudge the cost if they find surprises under the old felt.
- When they’re starting and how many days they reckon they'll be on the roof.
- What materials they’re using.
- Any guarantees they offer, whether that’s on the workmanship, the felt, or both.
Monitor the Felt Roofing Process
Stay lightly involved during the installation. Check in now and then to help get the best outcome.
Ask about things like surface preparation and any unexpected repairs found. Also, be sure to find out more about how layers are being applied (torch-on, self-adhesive, cold-applied).
And don’t be shy about asking whether drainage, edges and perimeters are being detailed properly. Also ask if weather conditions might slow progress.
If you spot something concerning (e.g., pooling water, lifting edges or missed detailing around chimneys or vents), mention it early.
What Can a Felt Roofing Company Do?
Felt roofing companies carry out a raft of services, such as:
- Fit new felt roofs (stripping old layers, fixing boards, adding insulation and sealing everything properly). They’ll also sort worn edges, similar to a replace eaves felt job.
- Handle repairs, from small patches to sorting blisters, cracks, lifted corners, or sections that have started to soak up water.
- Re-felt tired roofs by taking it back to the deck and starting fresh. Some people compare this with fibreglass roofing, but a roofer will explain what suits your roof best.
Your local roofer will also tidy up the fiddly bits around chimneys, vents, and the edges where water always tries to sneak in.
Ready to get someone who knows how to make a felt roof last? Find local felt roofing specialists using MyJobQuote.
Last updated by MyJobQuote on 1st December 2025.
