roofing and roofline
KU Designs provides comprehensive Roofing and Roofline services across the North East, ensuring every element of your property’s exterior is high-performing and maintenance-free. From seamless guttering to premium skylight installations, our team delivers professional level quality that you can rely on.
Forget the Paintbrush: We use high-grade uPVC and composite materials that never rot, peel, or warp, keeping your home looking brand new year after year
Expert Integration: Unlike general handymen, we understand the science of the ‘Roofline’—ensuring perfect ventilation and water-tight seals on every install.
High-Spec Finishes: From thermally efficient roof lanterns to thick-gauge guttering, we only install the same premium products we’d use on our own homes.
Teesside Trusted: We’ve built our reputation across the North East by being reliable, transparent with pricing, and obsessed with the final finish.
Updating your home’s exterior is about more than just a quick fix; it’s about increasing property value and ensuring structural protection. We provide a full suite of exterior improvement services across the North East, combining modern materials with traditional pride in our workmanship.
Fascias & Soffits: Full removal of old timber and replacement with high-quality, ventilated uPVC for a rot-free, maintenance-free finish.
Guttering & Downpipes: Installation of high-capacity drainage systems to protect your foundations and manage heavy North East rainfall.
Skylights & Roof Lanterns: Adding natural light and architectural flair with thermally efficient, professionally flashed sky-views.
Composite Doors: Enhancing security and curb appeal with high-spec, energy-efficient entrance doors tailored to your style.
Loft Boarding & Insulation: Transforming wasted space into clean storage while significantly reducing your home’s heat loss.
Leadwork & Flashings: Specialist lead dressing for chimneys and valleys, ensuring the most vulnerable parts of your roof stay watertight.
Zero-Maintenance Rooflines: We replace rotting timber with high-grade, ventilated uPVC that protects your rafters and eliminates the need for painting forever.
High-Flow Drainage: Protect your masonry and foundations with precision-fitted guttering designed to handle the heaviest North East downpours.
Architectural Daylight: Flood your living space with natural light using thermally efficient roof lanterns, expertly integrated into your existing roof.
Energy & Storage: Lower your heating bills with premium insulation and gain valuable square footage with professional, structural loft boarding.
Premium Security: Upgrade your home’s “face” with high-spec composite doors that offer incredible thermal performance and modern curb appeal.
Master Leadwork: Traditional lead dressing for chimneys, valleys, and bay windows—providing a permanent, watertight seal for high-risk areas.
From the heart of Stockton to the coastal properties of Hartlepool, we provide permanent solutions for failing roofs and bespoke timber projects. We understand the specific demands the North East climate puts on your property. That’s why we offer a ‘fit and forget’ service for clients in Middlesbrough, Darlington, and beyond—ensuring your home stays watertight, thermally efficient, and looking its absolute best. We are Your Local Rubber Roof EPDM & Timber Specialist, Serving Teesside and Beyond.
Deciding on the right upgrades for your property can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re curious about the longevity of uPVC rooflines, the security of composite doors, or how to properly insulate a lofts in Teesside, we believe in total transparency. Below, we’ve answered the most common questions our customers in Stockton, Darlington, and Middlesbrough ask us to help you make an informed decision for your home.
Unlike timber, high-quality uPVC is completely rot-proof, weather-resistant, and maintenance-free. You’ll never have to climb a ladder to paint or sand your fascias again. Our systems are also designed with integrated ventilation to allow your roof timbers to breathe, preventing damp and long-term structural issues.
Absolutely. We don’t just “lay boards” on your joists; we use a structural raised-floor system. This creates a safe, sturdy platform for storage without compressing your insulation or putting undue stress on your ceiling joists, ensuring your home remains thermally efficient.
If you notice sagging, leaks at the joints, or “tide marks” on your brickwork, it’s usually a sign of structural failure. Modern uPVC guttering is a cost-effective way to protect your foundations from water damage. During our free survey, we can assess if a simple repair is possible or if a high-capacity upgrade is required.
Not with our systems. We install thermally-broken, high-performance roof lanterns designed to reflect solar heat in the summer while trapping warmth in the winter. This ensures your space stays comfortable year-round while flooding the room with 3x more natural light than standard windows.
Composite doors are the gold standard for security and insulation. Made from a mix of high-density materials, they are significantly thicker and stronger than uPVC. They offer superior “U-values” (heat retention) and come in a vast range of architectural finishes that won’t fade over time.
Yes. Leadwork is a specialist skill, and we take great pride in our traditional lead dressing. Whether it’s a chimney flashing or a roof valley, we use the correct weight of lead to ensure a permanent, watertight seal in the most vulnerable areas of your roof.
Not a penny. We offer free, honest surveys across Teesside. We’ll get on the roof, check the state of the boards, and give you a proper breakdown of what’s needed. No pressure, just a fair price for a top job.
There’s no comparison. Traditional felt has seams that eventually peel and leak; EPDM is a single, seamless sheet of high-grade rubber. It doesn’t crack in the sun, it doesn’t rot, and moss won’t grow on it. It’s the best stuff on the market, period.
Lead remains the gold standard for protecting a home’s most vulnerable junctions. For this project, we carried out specialist lead dressing to ensure a 100% watertight seal around complex roof valleys. Using traditional bossing techniques and high-grade sheet lead, we replaced failing, cracked mortar with a flexible, durable barrier that expands and contracts with the seasons. It’s a permanent solution that combines heritage craftsmanship with modern structural protection
Bay window roofs are a frequent point of failure in traditional properties, often leading to dampness in the front lounge. For this project in Middlesbrough, we stripped back the original failing felt and addressed the underlying timber decay. We then installed a seamless Elevate™ EPDM rubber membrane, specifically hand-detailed to navigate the complex angles of the bay. Finished with bespoke lead flashings and a new uPVC fascia wrap, this small but vital roof is now 100% watertight and thermally improved.
We were commissioned to design and construct a substantial vehicle shelter that offered more than just basic weather protection. This project in County Durham required a high-capacity timber frame capable of withstanding the local wind loads, finished with a sleek, modern aesthetic. By integrating a seamless Elevate™ EPDM rubber roof, we provided a maintenance-free solution that ensures the client’s vehicles are protected under a 100% watertight barrier for decades
The original timber roofline on this property had begun to deteriorate, causing water to bypass the gutters and damage the rafter ends. We performed a complete ‘strip-back’—removing all old wood rather than simply covering it. We then installed high-grade, ventilated uPVC fascias and soffits paired with a high-capacity guttering system. This not only modernised the home’s exterior but provided a permanent, maintenance-free solution that protects the structural integrity of the roof for years to come.
We’ve brought specialist drone technology to our Rubber Roofing Teesside service to give you the most accurate assessment possible. Whether you’re looking for a free survey as part of a new EPDM installation or a detailed, standalone inspection for your insurance or peace of mind, our high-res aerial imaging catches what the human eye misses.
We provide a bird’s-eye view of your property’s structural health, identifying leaks, blocked gullies, and timber fatigue in minutes. It’s the safest and most efficient way to plan your flat roof project in Middlesbrough, Stockton, and across the North East
Whether it’s a leaking garage roof or a bespoke new build, we’re on hand to provide a free, no-obligation survey and a straight-talking quote.
