Local roofing specialists serving Calmore and surrounding Southampton postcodes. Repairs, replacements, flat roofing and 24/7 emergency call-outs with free quotes.
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Calmore is the largest residential estate within Totton, built predominantly in the 1960s and 1970s as part of the post-war expansion of Southampton's western suburbs. The estate covers a wide area north of the main Totton town centre, with consistent semi-detached and terraced housing. Concrete interlocking tile is almost universal — the estate was built in the era when this was the dominant residential roofing specification. That tile is now 50 to 60 years old.
Calmore sits on relatively exposed flat ground west of the Test Valley, with the open agricultural land to the north providing little wind shelter. The elevated position compared to the Test valley floor means better drainage than the Totton waterfront areas, but the exposure to south-westerly winds coming up the Test Valley creates higher wind loading than the sheltered valley bottom properties.
Concrete tile systematic failure — the dominant issue. Tiles laid in 1965 to 1980 are now 45 to 60 years old with failing nibs and eroded surfaces. Ridge mortar failure — original cement mortar from the estate construction is now well past service life. Flat roof failure on estate garages from original construction. Wind-driven ridge tile displacement on exposed properties on the estate fringes.
Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 8am–2pm · Emergency: 24/7
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Get a quote →Ridge mortar and tile repairs on Calmore's 1960s to 1970s estate stock.
Get a quote →"Tiles had been slipping for two winters on our 1971 Calmore semi. Survey confirmed 38 percent at risk. Re-roofed in modern clay tile — problem solved permanently."
"Ridge mortar had completely crumbled on our estate property. Full re-bed in flexible mortar, six tiles reset. Same-week visit, clean and tidy."
"Garage flat roof — original 1968 felt, saturated and split. GRP replacement half a day. Clear improvement immediately."
Whether it is a slipped tile, a leaking flat roof or a full re-roof, the first question is always the same: how bad is it, and does it need fixing now? Here is how we assess a Calmore roof.
When it is not the answer: Not every problem needs major work — a sound roof with one failed detail needs a repair, not a re-roof, and we will always tell you which Read the full guide.
We inspect the roof and the loft void, identify the fault and its cause, and check what is developing next on your Calmore property.
You get a clear written quote with any access or scaffold costs shown separately — no call-out fee, no obligation.
We book a convenient time, with same-day attendance for genuine emergencies across Calmore.
We carry out the work with stainless fixings and the right materials for Calmore’s stock and climate.
We clear all debris, show you the finished work, and hand over the workmanship guarantee.
| Job | Typical duration |
|---|---|
| Slipped or cracked tiles | 1–2 hours |
| Chimney or flashing repair | Half to 1 day |
| Flat roof re-cover (extension) | 1–2 days |
| Full re-roof — semi | 5–8 days |
| Full re-slate — terrace | 6–10 days |
Wet or high-wind days pause work at height safely — we build weather margin into every booking.
Small repairs run from towers or roof ladders; re-roofs, chimney and slate work need scaffold, always itemised in your quote. Scaffold is specified for: re-roofs, chimney work, valley rebuilds and any terraced property with no side access - always itemised in your written quote, never a hidden extra, and we arrange it.
Calmore’s post-war estate has open access and wide roads; permits run through New Forest District Council. Pavement scaffold and skip permits go through New Forest District Council; allow a few working days on streets like Calmore Road, Giles Lane, the estate roads off the A36 where space is tight.
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roof repair (slipped tiles, flashing) | £150–£900 | Most common call-out |
| Chimney repointing / flashing | £450–£900 | Scope dependent |
| Flat roof re-cover (extension) | £1,500–£3,500 | GRP or EPDM |
| Guttering / full roofline | £350–£3,500 | Repair to full replacement |
| Full re-roof — semi | £5,500–£11,000 | Incl. scaffold |
| Full re-slate — terrace | £9,000–£15,000 | Victorian, incl. scaffold |
Worked example: A typical repair — a slipped tile and re-bedded ridge — on a property in Calmore: around £300 including access; a full concrete-tile re-roof on a local semi: around £6,800 including scaffold.
No deposit on repairs under £500; staged payments on re-roofs with nothing before materials are on site. Written itemised quote, VAT included where applicable.
Covering SO40 and surrounding postcodes.
Workmanship is covered for 10 years in writing; materials carry their manufacturer warranties on top.
If a fault appears in covered work, we come back and put it right. No quibbling, no re-charge.
“The NFRC advises that once a roof covering has failed across more than 20 to 30 per cent of its area, full replacement becomes more cost-effective than continued spot repairs.”— National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)
From a couple of hours for a repair to a scaffold-and-skip week for a re-roof — we sheet below the work and clear everything before we leave. You do not need to stay home for external work - we just need power and access agreed in advance.
Roofing runs year-round; any opened-up area is made watertight before we leave each day. Calmore sits on the New Forest fringe, with damp, wooded surroundings and heavy leaf fall on shaded slopes.
Yes. We work regularly across Calmore and all SO40 postcodes. The 1960s and 1970s concrete tile estate stock is the most common work we carry out here.
Many 1960s and 1970s Calmore roofs are now 50 to 60 years old. When tiles fail in volume rather than individually, replacement is more cost-effective than ongoing repairs. We survey and advise honestly.
Standard 3-bed semi on the Calmore estate: £5,000 to £8,500. Free survey and itemised quote.
Yes. 24/7 emergency call-outs across Calmore and SO40. No call-out fee. Call 0238 184 9628.
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0238 184 9628