The complete roofing specialist from repair to re-roofing — from emergency tile and leak repairs to complete re-roofs and chimney restorations across Southampton, Eastleigh, Totton, Winchester, and the New Forest.
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Whether you need a single cracked tile replaced on short notice or a complete natural slate or handmade clay re-roof, every job is carried out to traditional trade standards.
Slating & Tiling
Complete strip and re-roofs using Redland & Marley interlocking tiles, handmade & concrete clay plain tiles, Welsh & Contessa natural slate, and Eternit fibre-cement slates.
Felt & Fibreglass
Durable, weather-tight flat roofing solutions for extensions, dormers, garages, and porches using high-grade GRP fibreglass and Chesterfelt/Ruberoid triple-layer torch-on felt.
Specialist Lead & Mortar
Time-served traditional leadwork and chimney maintenance, from Code 4 & Code 5 lead step flashings and box gutters to full chimney repointing, capping, and cowlings.
Rapid Response
Fast, honest leak diagnostics and emergency storm damage repairs across Southampton and Hampshire. We inspect from the roof, show you photo evidence, and fix problems promptly.
Daylight & Loft Glazing
Expert supply and installation of Velux roof windows, pitched roof skylights, and dormer window roofing for kitchen extensions and attic conversions.
Roofline uPVC
Full removal of rotten timber boards and installation of heavy-duty replacement uPVC fascias, ventilated soffits, bargeboards, and deep-flow guttering.
A long-lasting roof depends as much on what sits beneath the tiles as what you see from the street. Click or hover any numbered hotspot (1–5) to inspect each layer of our roofing specification.
High-performance vapour-permeable underlay that protects rafters while allowing moisture to escape.
“A.P. Smith Roofing was established in 2002, building on over 25 years of hands-on experience in roof tiling, slating, and leadwork. I completed my CITB apprenticeship with Hammerton and Ford and hold City & Guilds qualifications in roofing craftsmanship.”
“I specialise in all roofing materials including Redland & Marley interlocking tiles, concrete and handmade clay plain tiles, Welsh & Contessa natural slating, and cement-fibre man-made slates. We also carry out all pitched and flat roof repairs, fit Velux roof windows, repoint chimneys, dress new lead flashings, and install full replacement uPVC fascias and guttering for domestic, commercial, and public sector clients.”
Paul Smith
Owner
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Marley interlocking concrete tiles with mechanically fixed dry hip and ridge system, Roofshield breathable membrane, treated battens, and renewed chimney leadwork in Thornhill Park.
Handmade plain clay tiles featuring traditional mortar-bedded bonnet hips, hogback ridge tiles, lead-cheek dormers, and decorative turret finials in Burley, New Forest.
Natural slate roofing completed with traditional mortar-bedded clay hip and ridge tiles and dressed chimney lead flashings in West End, Southampton.
Redland interlocking concrete tiles with open cut valley leadwork, Roofshield breathable membrane, treated battens, and mechanically fixed hips and ridges in Bitterne Village.
Traditional three-layer built-up high-performance felt flat roofing with renewed perimeter slate courses and repointed clay ridge tiles in Bitterne, Southampton.
Complete strip and re-roof of a hipped period house in Portswood using fibre-cement slates, breathable membrane, lead chimney flashings, and terracotta ridge & hip tiles.
Full pitched roof replacement in Woolston featuring new breathable felt and battens, dark smooth slates, custom lead valley linings, and terracotta hip tiles.
Victorian/Edwardian semi-detached roof replacement in Bitterne, replacing slipping historic slates (held by tingles) with new slates, decorative terracotta cresting, and bay roof hips.
Full strip of moss-covered concrete tiles in Totton and replacement across both the main hipped roof and single-storey rear extension with new interlocking tiles and lead flashings.
Removal of heavy concrete interlocking tiles and replacement with riven-finish Redland Cambrian slate-effect tiles, twin Velux roof windows, and continuous lead abutment flashings.
Bespoke commercial & residential contract in Twyford on behalf of Lakewood Developments, featuring handmade clay plain tiles, traditional bonnet hips, and swept valley tiles.
Prestigious New Forest country house roofed in Rosemary clay plain tiles with traditional bonnet hips, valley tiles, and a custom hand-dressed lead turret finial.
Genuine feedback from local homeowners and fellow tradespeople who rely on Paul for honest advice, tidy workmanship, and fair pricing.
Paul was conscientious, hard working and efficient with work to a very high standard. Keeping us informed of progress and developments through out especially during the persistent rain storms. Replacing the membrane, batons and reusing the existing tiles was not easy during the inclement weather, his system of work enabled him to continue throughout. Very happy with the finished roof and have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone looking for a roofer
Paul had already done some jobs for me in the past and I naturally called him to fix & repair a couple of things with my roof. All completed as expected.
Paul and his team arrived at the arranged time and informed me of exactly what they was doing and why, every step of the way. He and his team were friendly, polite and considerate throughout, and the work done to a very high standard. Thankyou Paul.
New flat roof. Clean tidy workmanship. Thank you for a good job done.
Paul Smith and 1further worker arrived early, discussed options fully, kept me informed at each stage of the work and provided before and after pictures. They were friendly, polite and hardworking. I thoroughly recommend this company.
Paul turned up soon after I contacted him and Identified the problem. We then received the quote and agreed a date to do the job. Paul's team turned up on time and job completed quickly. I was shown photos of the work being done. Job looked good when finished and all left neat and tidy.
Paul was very friendly and open to chatting about our situation and giving us his professional opinion. After viewing the property he provided a really honest and comprehensive report on what he found. Trustworthy, responsive and well priced.
I only met Paul once (he was working on the house we own where my son lives). Could not fault him in any way. Any time I texted or called him he came back to me really quickly. My daughter in law commented on the politeness of Paul and his colleagues. They were particularly thoughtful when a neighbour (a nurse) mentioned that she was on nights, they made more effort to keep noise to a minimum - clearing the roof of tiles. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending him.
Super helpful when our extension roof sprung a leak and he came round on the same day. Pin pointed the problem straight away. Took photos from on the roof, with my phone, to show me the problem and did some emergency repairs for us ... peace of mind so thank you. Friendly but totally not pushy, he explained loads of options and clearly knew what he was talking about. Not a rip off with price either. Would use again and would 100% recommend.
Paul was very helpful and completed the work in the agreed timescales at the agreed price. It was good to be able to rely on his considerable expertise in all aspects of the work as this meant less worry for us at a difficult time. The roofs were slated with new slates and the ridge tiles replaced with new interlocking ridges. The whole job went smoothly and Paul kept us informed of his work schedule. There were no site issues to deal with and no problems with the weather during the work. We are very pleased with the work undertaken by AP Smith Roofing Ltd.
I am a plumber and have used paul many times. He is always punctual, efficient, cost effective and always gets the job done to the highest standard. I would never hesitate to use him and would highly recommend him to anyone. Thank you Paul.
The work involved removal of the old guttering and wooden facia boards on two semi detached houses and replacing them with plastic facia boards and new guttering. The work was part of an full roof replacement job. The work was done to a high degree of professional finish and was not just a cover over type job but a full replacement of the items. There were no on site problems and the work was done within the timescale and budget and we are more than happy to recommend AP Smith Ltd to anyone.
Paul stripped the old felt off plus ridge tiles and replaced with new triple felt. The underlying ply was in very good condition so was not changed. The whole job was completed in just under 2 days and was fantastic. There was no mess left after the work was completed and no problems during the works. I would not hesitate to recommend Paul's company for any work of this type.
Spent time going through options, no pressure to use the service, excellent timing ,excellent service, solved leak in roof. Brilliant.
Paul arrived on short notice within 10 mins, checked where leak was coming from straight up the ladder saw the problem and replaced straight away. Brilliant!
Very efficient, estimated of 4 days work, they finish in 2 days! Paul is very flexible and willing to work around customer's schedule and request. It was a very pleasant experience dealing with him. Less so on the scaffolding company. There were couple of tiny holes on the newly laid felt, but I supposed that is just me being perfectionist and picky.
Very happy with the work that was carried out. Would recommend.
Based in Southampton, we carry out domestic, commercial, and heritage roofing work throughout South Hampshire and into Dorset, Sussex, and Surrey. If your town isn’t listed below, please still call Paul — we will always do our best to help.
Bitterne, Bitterne Village, Thornhill Park, Woolston, Portswood, Shirley, Bassett & Hamble
Bishopstoke, Fair Oak, Boyatt Wood & Allbrook
West End, Hedge End, Botley, Bursledon & Netley Abbey
Sarisbury Green, Warsash, Park Gate & Titchfield
Portchester, Stubbington, Wickham & Wallington
Knowle, Segensworth & Curbridge
Marchwood, Hythe, Ashurst & Netley Marsh
North Baddesley, Ampfield, Chilworth & Nursling
Hiltingbury, Valley Park & Otterbourne
Twyford, Colden Common, Shawford & Compton
Burley, Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst, Ringwood & Lymington
Projects undertaken across Hampshire, Dorset, Sussex & Surrey
Straightforward answers to common questions about our free roof inspections, leak repairs, re-roofing materials, and 5-year workmanship guarantee.
Yes. Paul provides completely free, no-obligation roof inspections and written quotations across Southampton, Eastleigh, Totton, Winchester, Locks Heath, Fareham, Romsey, and the New Forest. You will deal directly with Paul from the initial site visit through to job completion, with honest, practical advice and clear itemised pricing.
Absolutely. As our van strapline states, we are 'the complete roofing specialist from repair to re-roofing.' If your roof only needs targeted repairs — such as replacing cracked or slipped tiles, re-fixing storm-damaged ridge tiles, renewing perished valley mortar, or dressing a leaking chimney flashing — we will always recommend a cost-effective repair rather than an unnecessary re-roof.
With over 25 years of CITB apprenticeship-trained experience, we work with all traditional and modern roofing systems. This includes Welsh and Contessa Spanish natural slates, Eternit fibre-cement slates, handmade clay and Rosemary plain tiles (including mortar-bedded bonnet hips), Redland and Marley interlocking concrete tiles, Code 4 & 5 hand-dressed leadwork, triple-layer torch-on felt flat roofs, GRP fibreglass roofs, and Velux roof windows.
Yes. A.P. Smith Roofing Ltd holds full Public and Employers' Liability insurance and provides a comprehensive 5-Year Workmanship Guarantee alongside full manufacturer material warranties from leading suppliers including Redland, Marley, Welsh Slate, Eternit, and Chesterfelt. All pitched re-roofing work is carried out in accordance with BS 5534 British Standards.
Yes, we manage the entire job from start to finish so you don't have to coordinate multiple trades. We arrange all required access scaffolding, carry out brick chimney repointing, flaunching, and pot replacements, dress new Code 4 and Code 5 lead step flashings, aprons, and valley gutters, and fit replacement uPVC fascias, soffits, and guttering.
Based at Somerset Avenue in Southampton (SO18), we cover all Southampton postcodes (SO14–SO19 including Bitterne, Portswood, Woolston, Bassett, and Shirley) as well as Eastleigh & Chandler's Ford (SO50, SO53), Totton & Waterside (SO40), Locks Heath, Warsash & Hamble (SO31), Fareham & Whiteley (PO14–PO17), Romsey (SO51), Winchester & Twyford (SO21–SO23), and Burley & the New Forest (BH24, SO41–SO43).
Whether you need an emergency roof repair in Southampton, a Velux window installation, chimney repointing, or a complete natural slate or clay tile re-roof across Hampshire, get in touch for friendly, honest advice and a free written quotation.
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