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Onduline Roofing Chesterfield
If your shed, garage or stable roof has started to sag, crack or leak, Onduline roofing gives you a light, low-cost fix that goes on fast. Tate & Sons Roofing fits Onduline and other bitumen corrugated sheet roofing across Chesterfield, from garden sheds in town to stables and barns on the rural fringe. As a roofing contractor across Chesterfield, we treat a small outbuilding job with the same care as a full house re-roof.
This page covers what Onduline roofing sheets are, how they compare with metal sheeting and felt, real cost ranges, and what our fitting process looks like from first call to finished roof. You will also find straight answers to the questions Chesterfield outbuilding owners ask us most.
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Signs Your Shed or Outbuilding Needs a New Onduline Roof
A roof made from old corrugated sheets rarely fails without warning first. Watch for these signs before a small problem turns into a bigger repair bill.
- Sheets that have gone brittle, cracked or lost their curve
- Sagging between purlins where the roof has started to dip
- Green moss build-up holding damp against the surface
- Rusty or loose fixings that no longer hold the sheets down
- Daylight or damp patches showing through from inside
- Old corrugated asbestos-cement sheets nearing the end of safe life
Many older garages and outbuildings around Chesterfield still carry original corrugated asbestos-cement sheets fitted decades ago. These need careful, licensed removal rather than a straight strip-out, and swapping them for Onduline gives you a safer, lighter roof with no asbestos risk. If your garage falls into this category, our garage roof replacement service covers the removal and re-roof together.
Onduline vs Corrugated Metal vs Felt: Which Suits Your Outbuilding?
Onduline sheets are made from bitumen-soaked fibre board, pressed into a corrugated profile and coated for weather resistance. They weigh only around 3-4kg per square metre, so most sheds, stables and outbuildings carry them without any extra timber strengthening.
If your outbuilding needs a tougher, longer-lasting cover instead, our separate corrugated metal roofing service uses steel sheeting, better suited to larger workshops and agricultural buildings around Chesterfield that take heavier daily wear. Felt sits at the budget end, best kept for small, low-pitch sheds with a shorter life expectancy.
Onduline sits between felt and metal on price and lifespan, which is why it suits sheds, stables and outbuildings that do not need a 40-year roof but deserve better than felt. It is also quieter than metal sheeting in heavy rain, which matters if you keep animals or use the building as a workshop.
What Onduline Roofing Costs in Chesterfield
Onduline sheets bought supplied-only for a DIY job cost roughly £5-£15 per square metre, depending on sheet profile and colour. Once you add proper fitting, fixings, ridge pieces and any decking needed underneath, a professionally fitted Onduline roof in Chesterfield typically runs £35-£65 per square metre.
Several things push the price up. A low-pitch roof under 10 degrees needs a full timber deck such as OSB or plywood before the sheets go on, which adds material and labour. Old felt or asbestos-cement sheets that need stripping and licensed disposal add cost too, and rotten purlins found underneath push the bill higher still.
Price falls where the roof is simple, access is easy and the existing timber structure is sound. A single-pitch shed roof with good access is the cheapest job we quote. As a guide, a full asbestos garage roof replacement, including licensed removal and a new Onduline covering, commonly lands between £2,200 and £4,800 depending on garage size.
A fixed price needs a survey.
| Roofing Option | Typical Cost (installed) | Typical Lifespan | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onduline / Bitumen Corrugated Sheet | £35-£65 per m² | 15-20 years | Sheds, stables, allotment buildings, low-cost outbuildings |
| Corrugated Metal Sheeting | £45-£75 per m² | 25-40 years | Garages, workshops, larger agricultural buildings |
| Roofing Felt | £15-£35 per m² | 5-15 years | Small sheds, low-pitch simple roofs, tight budgets |
Getting Your Roof Ready: Pitch, Decking and Planning
Onduline needs a minimum pitch of 5 degrees when fitted onto a full timber deck, or 10 degrees when fixed straight onto purlins with no deck underneath. Most sheds and outbuildings clear this without any changes, though very low-pitch lean-tos sometimes need a deck adding first.
Garden sheds and most outbuildings under 15 square metres rarely need planning permission for a reroof. Larger stables and agricultural buildings, especially on rural fringe plots near Duckmanton, Grassmoor and Holmewood, sometimes fall under separate agricultural permitted development rules rather than standard householder rules. We check this against your specific building before we quote, so there are no surprises once work starts.
How We Fit Your Onduline Roof, Step by Step
Daniel Oakland, our Project Manager and Lead Roofer, oversees outbuilding and agricultural roofing jobs alongside the larger house re-roofs he runs day to day. With over 20 years in the trade, he applies the same fixing standards to a garden shed as he does to a full house roof.
We strip the old covering first and check the timber underneath, replacing any purlins or battens that have rotted or moved. Sheets go on starting at the lowest edge, overlapping by at least one corrugation at the sides, with the second row staggered so four sheet corners never meet at one point.
Every corrugation gets fixed at the eaves, side laps and ridge, with every second corrugation fixed at each purlin in between, roughly 20 fixings per sheet. Ridge pieces overlap the last row of sheets by at least 12 centimetres to keep the roof watertight along the top. This follows the same fixing principles set out in independent guidance on fitting corrugated bitumen sheets, which we apply with trade-standard fixings and finish detailing.
Most shed and single-garage roofs are finished in a single day. Larger stable blocks or multi-bay outbuildings near Chesterfield's rural fringe can take 2-3 days depending on size and access. If you are not sure Onduline is the right fit for your building, book a free drone roof survey and we will show you the options before any work starts.
Keeping Your Onduline Roof Watertight for Years to Come
Onduline sheets carry a manufacturer waterproofing guarantee of around 15 years when fitted correctly, and every roof we fit also carries our own 10-year workmanship guarantee. Between the two, you are covered for both material faults and fitting standards.
Clear leaves and moss off the roof twice a year, especially on shaded outbuildings backing onto trees near older plots like Sheepbridge estate. Check ridge fixings after strong winds, since these take the most load in a storm. Avoid walking directly on the sheets; roofers step on the joints and fixing points, but anyone else should use spread boards laid across the purlins.
Sheets can fade slightly after many years of UV exposure, which is cosmetic rather than a sign of failure. A repaint is not usually needed, but if a sheet cracks or a fixing works loose, a quick repair now stops a small leak turning into rotten purlins later.
Why Choose Tate & Sons Roofing for Your Onduline Roof
James Tate founded the business after 15 years working roofs across Derbyshire and the East Midlands, and he still prices most outbuilding and shed jobs himself. He treats a modest shed roof with the same attention as a full house re-roof.
Daniel Oakland, our Project Manager and Lead Roofer, brings over 20 years of hands-on experience to every Onduline job, from single garden sheds to stable blocks on rural fringe plots around Chesterfield. His background covers EPDM, GRP and standing-seam roofing too, so if your outbuilding needs a different system, he will tell you honestly rather than fit Onduline where it is not the right choice.
Our wider team holds NVQ Level 2/3 qualifications in Roofing Occupations, CSCS cards and NFRC trade membership, with over 40 years of combined experience between us. Read more about the people who will fit your roof on our About page.
Areas We Serve Around Chesterfield
We fit Onduline and other outbuilding roofing across Chesterfield and the surrounding towns and villages listed below.
- Chesterfield (S40 / S41)
- Brampton (S40)
- Hasland (S41)
- Newbold (S41)
- Staveley (S43)
- Brimington (S43)
- Whittington Moor (S41)
- Old Whittington (S41)
- Wingerworth (S42)
- Clay Cross (S45)
- Dronfield (S18)
- Eckington (S21)
- Holymoorside (S42)
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Your Onduline Roofing Questions, Answered Properly
How much does Onduline roofing cost to have fitted in Chesterfield?
Most shed and outbuilding Onduline roofs cost between £35 and £65 per square metre fully fitted. Material bought supplied-only for DIY work is far cheaper, around £5-£15 per square metre, but that excludes fixings, ridge pieces and labour. Roof pitch, access and the condition of the timber underneath all affect the final price. We only give a fixed price after seeing your actual roof.
How long does Onduline roofing last?
Onduline roofing typically lasts 15 to 20 years when fitted correctly. The manufacturer backs it with a waterproofing guarantee of around 15 years, and we add our own 10-year workmanship guarantee on top. Sheets can fade cosmetically over time, but this does not affect how well the roof keeps water out. Regular clearing of moss and leaves helps the roof reach the top of that range.
What is the minimum roof pitch for Onduline sheets?
Onduline sheets need a minimum pitch of 5 degrees when fitted onto a full timber deck such as OSB or plywood. Without a full deck, fixed straight onto purlins, the minimum pitch rises to 10 degrees. Roofs pitched between 10 and 15 degrees generally need purlins no more than 45cm apart. We check your roof's pitch and structure before recommending Onduline over another system.
What is the difference between Onduline and corrugated metal roofing?
Onduline is a lighter, softer bitumen fibre sheet, while corrugated metal is a rigid steel sheet with a longer lifespan. Onduline costs less and is quieter in heavy rain, making it popular for sheds and stables. Metal sheeting handles heavier daily use and lasts 25-40 years against Onduline's 15-20 years. We fit both and will tell you honestly which suits your building.
Can Onduline sheets replace old asbestos roofing on my garage?
Yes, Onduline is a common replacement for old corrugated asbestos-cement garage roofs. The asbestos sheets need careful, licensed removal and disposal before any new roof goes on, which a competent tradesperson should always handle. Once the old sheets are gone, Onduline gives you a lighter, safer covering at a similar or lower cost than most alternatives. We quote the removal and the new roof as one job.
Is Onduline roofing noisy when it rains?
No, Onduline is noticeably quieter than corrugated metal roofing during rain. The bitumen and fibre construction absorbs impact noise rather than reflecting it, which is why it is a popular choice for stables and animal shelters. Owners who keep horses or livestock near Chesterfield often choose Onduline for exactly this reason. Metal sheeting, by comparison, can sound much louder in a downpour.
Can you walk on an Onduline roof?
Roofers can walk carefully on an Onduline roof by stepping on the sheet joints and fixing points, where the material is best supported. Anyone else should avoid walking directly on the sheets, since the surface between fixings can flex or crack under weight. If you need roof access for any reason, lay spread boards across the purlins first. We always assess roof access safely before starting work.
Do outbuildings on the rural fringe near Duckmanton and Holmewood need different roofing detailing?
Yes, agricultural and rural fringe buildings near Duckmanton, Grassmoor and Holmewood often need extra wind-resistant detailing. This can mean tighter purlin spacing, additional fixings per sheet and stronger ridge detailing than a sheltered town garden shed would need. Exposed farm buildings also see more wind uplift on large roof spans. We factor your building's exposure into the survey rather than using one standard spec everywhere.
Will re-roofing my shed near Old Whittington need planning permission?
Usually not, since most outbuilding reroofs fall under permitted development and do not need planning permission even close to a conservation area boundary. This changes if your property is listed or sits directly within the Old Whittington conservation area itself, where extra rules can apply to outbuildings. We check your specific address against local planning rules before quoting, so you are not caught out later. When in doubt, we contact the council on your behalf.
Book Your Free Drone Roof Survey for Your Onduline Roof Today
A cracked or sagging Onduline roof only gets worse with every storm that rolls off the Peak District, and a small leak in a shed or stable soon rots the timber underneath. Waiting rarely saves money, since a full re-roof after timber damage costs more than a straightforward sheet replacement. Book your free, no-obligation drone roof survey today and get a clear, fixed price for your Onduline roof in Chesterfield.
Tate & Sons Roofing — Chesterfield Office
Address: 3 Marsden Street, Chesterfield, S40 1JY
Phone: 01246 956550
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Tate & Sons Roofing — Chesterfield
3 Marsden Street, Chesterfield, S40 1JY
📞 01246 956550
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