Roofing Contractors In Kent Bliss Industrial Roofing & Cladding Ltd
Bliss Industrial Roofing & Cladding Ltd are industrial roofing contractors and cladding specialists based in Kent, covering London and South East of the UK.
We offer an extensive range of industrial roofing and cladding solutions including composite panels, overclads and Plygene Gutterline systems, as well steel frame buildings, single skin systems and roofing repair services
Why Bliss Industrial Roofing & Cladding Ltd?
With years of industry experience, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable workmanship, quality materials and excellent customer service. Every project is tailored to your requirements, ensuring you receive a practical and long-lasting solution that meets both your needs and your budget.
Fully Accredited
Bliss Industrial Roofing & Cladding Ltd has Full Public and Employers Liability Insurance. All our Operatives hold relevant CSCS Cards, IPAF, Asbestos Awareness and are all fully trained. Rowan Bliss himself has successfully completed the following SSSTS course and has achieved an NVQ in Industrial Roofing & Cladding.
Composite Panel Installation
Composite panels are the standard specification for modern industrial and commercial buildings, combining an insulated core with a profiled steel outer sheet in a single fixed unit.
Installed in one operation rather than built up on site, they give a fast, weathertight envelope with predictable thermal performance and a clean finished appearance.
We install composite systems across Kent, London and the South East on new build projects, extensions and full roof replacements.
Composite Roof Panels
Insulated roof panels fixed direct to the purlins, providing the weatherproof covering, insulation and internal lining in one sheet. Available in a range of thicknesses to meet the U-value required for the building's use.
Composite Wall Panels
Horizontal or vertical wall panels in a choice of profiles and factory-applied finishes, giving a consistent external appearance alongside the insulation and internal lining.
Strip & Resheet
Removal of the existing roof or wall covering and replacement with a new composite system. Suited to buildings where the original sheeting has reached the end of its life or where a significant improvement in thermal performance is needed.
Single Skin Roofing & Cladding
Single skin sheeting is a straightforward, cost-effective covering for buildings where insulation is not a requirement. Profiled steel sheets are fixed direct to the frame or purlins, making it a practical choice for agricultural buildings, workshops, storage units, canopies and unheated warehousing. We supply and install single skin systems throughout Kent, London and the South East, matching profiles and colours to existing buildings where required.
Profiled Metal Sheeting
Single layer profiled steel sheets in a range of depths and coating specifications, selected to suit the span, exposure and expected service life of the building.
Built-Up Systems
Where insulation is needed, an outer sheet, spacer system, insulation and inner liner are assembled on site. This allows the specification to be tailored to the building rather than fixed by the panel.
Repairs & Over-sheeting
Replacement of damaged or corroded sheets, or over-sheeting an existing single skin roof to extend its life without the disruption of a full strip out.
Areas Covered
Based in Tonbridge, Kent, we provide roofing and cladding services to customers across Kent, London and the South East. Areas we cover include:
- Brighton
- Maidstone
- Eastbourne
- Gillingham
- Hastings
- Ashford
- Chatham
- Rochester
- Margate
- Horsham
- Tunbridge Wells
- Folkestone
- Canterbury
- Sittingbourne
- Bexhill
- Dover
- Ramsgate
- Whitstable
- Deal
- Sevenoaks
- East Grinstead
- Strood
- Hythe
- Sheerness
- Larkfield
- Sandwich
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the difference between composite and single skin cladding?
Composite panels have a high performance insulating core built between two layers of coated metal, giving improved thermal performance and sound attenuation. Single skin sheeting is a single layer of profiled metal with no built in insulation, making it the more cost effective option where thermal control matters less.
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Can you work on roofs that may contain asbestos?
Many industrial buildings constructed or refurbished before 2000 used asbestos cement roof sheeting, so this is always checked before overcladding or roof stripping work begins. We train our teams to recognise asbestos containing materials and avoid disturbing them, and where removal is needed we can advise on involving a licensed specialist contractor.
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What does your IPAF accreditation allow your team to do?
IPAF accreditation covers the safe operation of powered access equipment such as scissor lifts and cherry pickers, which our teams use to reach roofs and elevated areas of a building. This means work at height is carried out using equipment operated by trained, certified operators rather than less controlled access methods.
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Do you need planning permission for a new steel frame building?
This depends on the size, location and intended use of the building, and some agricultural structures may qualify for permitted development rights. We always recommend confirming the exact requirements with your local planning authority before work begins.
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What is the difference between overcladding and a strip and resheet?
Overcladding fits a new layer directly over an existing roof that remains structurally sound, while a strip and resheet removes the old covering completely before new panels are fitted. The right option depends on the condition of the existing structure, which we confirm during an initial site survey.
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Does composite cladding meet current building regulations?
Composite panels are manufactured to meet current Building Regulations requirements for thermal performance and fire safety. The exact specification needed depends on the use and location of your building, which we can advise on during the quotation stage.
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How long does composite cladding typically last?
A well maintained composite panel system commonly performs well for 30 years or more, depending on the coating specification and the environment it is exposed to. Coastal or heavily exposed sites may need more frequent inspection to maintain this lifespan.