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West Wales Roofing Specialist

BEN
WILLIAMS

Rubber Flat Roofing & Restoration

"Quality Roofing You Can Rely On — From a Name You Can Trust."

30+ years of hands-on experience across West Wales. Rubber flat roofing specialist. Whole-property surveys for home buyers and builders. Traditional slate, lead & tile roofing — repairs through to full replacements. Listed buildings and conservation work welcome.

30+
Years of Experience
Fully Insured & H&S Trained
Whole-Property Surveys for Home Buyers
References Available on Request
Buying a Property?

Home Buyer & Builder Property Surveys

Buying a property in West Wales and want to know exactly what you're taking on before you commit? Ben carries out thorough whole-property surveys for home buyers, solicitors and builders — covering the building inside and out, from roof to foundations.

With 30+ years of hands-on building and restoration experience, Ben can identify issues that a standard mortgage valuation or desktop survey will often miss — giving you a genuinely useful, plain-English report before you exchange.

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Home Buyer Surveys

Whole-property inspection covering structure, roof, walls, floors, windows, drainage and general condition. Written report in plain English — no jargon, no vague caveats. Suitable for solicitors and mortgage purposes.

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Builder & Contractor Surveys

Detailed building assessment for builders, developers and contractors who need an experienced eye on a property before tendering, planning or commencing renovation work.

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Condition & Defect Reports

Concerned about a specific issue flagged in a survey — damp, structural movement, roof condition, stonework? Ben will investigate and give you a straight answer about what's actually going on and what it will cost to fix.

Particularly useful for second home buyers, those purchasing remotely, or anyone who has received a standard survey with vague wording about "further investigation recommended" — and wants a real builder's opinion before they commit.
Why Upgrade?

Why Choose Rubber Roofing?

Traditional felt can crack and fail within 5–10 years, and even fibreglass (GRP) can become brittle over time. Rubber (EPDM) roofing offers outstanding longevity and flexibility — particularly well suited to the Welsh climate.

Lasts 20–50 Years

A properly installed rubber roof is a once-in-a-generation investment. No more worrying about recurring repairs every few years.

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Seamless & Fully Waterproof

Installed as a single membrane with no joins or seams — eliminating the most common cause of flat roof leaks.

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Flexible — Won't Crack

Unlike fibreglass (GRP), which can become brittle and crack as it ages, rubber remains flexible throughout its life — moving with the structure without splitting.

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UV & Weather Resistant

Withstands extremes of heat, cold, and the persistent Welsh rain without cracking, shrinking or blistering.

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Virtually Maintenance Free

Once installed, rubber roofing requires minimal upkeep — ideal for second homes or properties you don't visit every week.

50
Year potential lifespan — rubber roofing
FeatureRubberFibreglass (GRP)Felt
Lifespan 20–50 yrs10–25 yrs 5–10 yrs
Seamless Yes Yes No
UV Resistant YesModerate No
Crack Resistant Flexible Can crack Cracks
Maintenance MinimalOccasional Regular
Value ExcellentModerate Poor
Recent Projects

Our Work Speaks for Itself

Every job shown here was carried out personally by Ben. From full Victorian slate replacements to delicate artisan lead work — the same care goes into every project.

Aberystwyth, Ceredigion
Full Victorian Slate Roof Replacement — St David's Road

Complete removal and replacement of a large Victorian slate roof in central Aberystwyth. New Welsh slate laid to traditional pattern with leadwork flashings and new guttering throughout.

Slate roof in progress
In Progress — New Slate Being Laid
Completed Victorian slate roof
Completed — Full Victorian Slate Replacement
Coastal Property — West Wales
Beachfront Property — Full Deck Replacement over New Flat Roof

A substantial beachfront property on the West Wales coast required a complete deck replacement. Ben installed a new rubber flat roof underneath, then built a full hardwood deck over it — giving the owners an outdoor space that will withstand the coastal elements for decades.

Beachfront property exterior
The Property — Direct Beach Access
Old decking before replacement
Before — Worn Original Decking
New deck frame being installed
During — New Structural Frame
Completed new deck
Completed — New Hardwood Deck
Artisan Lead Roofing — Period Property
Victorian Feature Window — Lead Roof Replacement

A complex Victorian bow window roof where previous fibreglass repairs had completely failed. Ben stripped back to bare timber, rebuilt the structure and hand-formed a new artisan lead roof to match the original period design.

Failed fibreglass repairs
Before — Failed Repairs
Window roof in progress
Timber Structure
Lead roof near completion
Lead Being Formed
Completed artisan lead roof
Completed
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Style Porch — New Flat Roof

Replacement of the flat roof on a Victorian style porch, finished with matching period detailing. Rubber membrane installed for long-term performance alongside traditional joinery and decorative mouldings.

Victorian porch with new flat roof
Completed Victorian Porch — New Flat Roof
Hardwood Decking & Flat Roof
Hardwood Deck with Glass Balustrade — Over New Flat Roof

A new rubber flat roof installed over an existing outbuilding, topped with a beautiful hardwood deck and full frameless glass balustrade. The project also included a raised platform area with a timber hot tub surround.

Hardwood deck with glass balustrade
Hardwood Deck & Glass Balustrade
Deck with hot tub surround
Raised Platform & Hot Tub Area
Chimney Repair — West Wales
Chimney Repoint & Rebuild

Chimney in need of full repointing with deteriorating mortar joints exposed to the Welsh coastal climate. Scaffolded access, full mortar rake-out and repoint, with lead flashing checked and reset throughout.

Chimney repoint on scaffolding
Chimney Repoint — Scaffolded Access
Commercial — RSPB Nature Reserve, West Wales
RSPB Bird Hide — Full Roof Replacement (Onduline)

The RSPB bird hide at a local West Wales nature reserve had a heavily overgrown and failing roof in a remote woodland setting. Ben replaced the full roof with Onduline sheeting, working at height in challenging conditions with stunning estuary views.

RSPB bird hide before replacement
Before — Heavily Overgrown & Failing
RSPB bird hide after replacement
After — Completed Onduline Roof
Working on RSPB roof
Working at Height — West Wales Estuary
Onduline being installed
Onduline Being Installed
What We Do

Roofing & Restoration Services

Every job — large or small — receives the same care and attention to detail.

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Rubber Flat Roofing

High-quality EPDM rubber roofing for garages, extensions, sheds, outbuildings and dormer windows. A typical garage roof is completed in 2–3 days with minimal disruption.

Our Speciality
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Home Buyer & Builder Surveys

Whole-property surveys for home buyers, solicitors and builders. 30+ years of building experience means Ben spots what standard surveys miss. Clear written reports in plain English — no jargon.

Peace of Mind
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Traditional Roof Repairs

A few missing slates or more significant storm damage — we carry out professional repairs to slate, tile and lead roofs quickly and cleanly. No job too small.

All Roof Types
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Full Roof Replacements

Complete re-roofing using quality materials and traditional methods. We handle everything from scaffold to clean-up, leaving your property neat and watertight.

Start to Finish
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Listed Buildings & Conservation

30+ years experience working sympathetically with period and listed properties. Traditional lime mortars, Welsh slate and heritage-appropriate materials used where required.

Specialist Skills
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Asbestos Removal

Safe removal and legal disposal of chrysotile asbestos roofing. Fully compliant with current regulations. Site cleaned and cleared on completion.

Legal & Safe
The Person Behind the Work

About Ben Williams

Ben Williams, West Wales Roofer

I'm Ben Williams — a West Wales roofer and builder with over 30 years of hands-on experience across every type of roofing and traditional building work.

I specialise in rubber flat roofing, but I've spent my career working on everything from minor slate repairs to the full restoration of listed and period properties. The RSPB, private homeowners, and second home owners throughout Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire have all trusted me to do the job properly.

I work personally on every job — you deal directly with me, not a salesperson or a sub-contractor you've never met. I'll visit, assess the work, give you a clear and honest quote, and carry it out myself.

"Ask for references — I'm always happy to put you in touch with previous customers who can tell you exactly what it's like to work with me."
30+
Years Experience
Fully Insured
H&S Trained at Height
Local, Family Run
  • Free site visit and quotation — no obligation whatsoever
  • Direct contact with Ben throughout your project
  • Whole-property surveys for home buyers, solicitors & builders
  • Traditional building and artisan leadwork skills
  • Experienced with period, listed and conservation properties
  • Reliable — punctual and transparent about timescales
  • Legal disposal of all waste including asbestos
Get in Touch

Request a Free Quote or Survey

No hard sell, no obligation. Ben will arrange a convenient time to visit, assess the job, and give you a clear, honest quote.

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Call or Text
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Based In
Aberystwyth, West Wales
Areas Covered
Ceredigion Aberystwyth West Wales

Not Sure If We Can Help?

Give Ben a call or drop an email — even if you're not sure what needs doing, or you'd just like a second opinion before committing to a purchase or repair. No pressure and no fee for a site visit.

Particularly useful for second home buyers, those purchasing remotely, or anyone who has received a vague surveyor's report and wants an experienced builder's opinion on what they're actually taking on.

📞  Call 07713 481882