Weather-tight Exterior
Weather-tight Exterior | Siding Solutions | Roofing | Lancing
When Lake Michigan’s winds whip across Lancing, you need more than ordinary roofing—you need a fortress. HEP’s weather-tight exterior expertise keeps rain, sleet, and snow exactly where they belong: outside. Our seasoned crews combine premium shingles, precision flashing, and energy-smart insulation to create a seamless barrier that defies the harshest Midwest storms. Every project is inspected, tested, and backed by a rock-solid warranty, so your home stays dry, efficient, and worry-free year-round.
Pair that protection with our signature siding solutions for a curb-appeal upgrade that performs as well as it looks. From classic vinyl to rugged fiber cement, we match materials and colors to your home’s architecture, locking out moisture and sealing in comfort. Ready to boost value and banish drafts? Call HEP today and let Lancing’s most trusted exterior team wrap your home in confidence.
FAQs
Which roofing materials do you recommend for Lancing’s coastal climate?
Because Lancing sits on the South Coast and is exposed to salt-laden winds, rapid weather changes and occasional storms, we recommend high-performance composite or natural slate, standing-seam aluminium, and architectural asphalt shingles rated to at least 110 mph uplift. These products resist corrosion, wind-driven rain and UV degradation better than standard concrete tiles. We also install stainless-steel or marine-grade fixings as an extra layer of protection against salt spray.
How do your siding systems keep my home weather-tight and energy-efficient?
Our siding packages combine moisture-blocking house wrap, breathable rain-screen battens, and impact-resistant cladding such as fibre-cement, composite board or insulated vinyl. This layered approach stops wind-driven water at the outer skin, channels any incidental moisture down and out, and allows trapped vapour to escape. Optional rigid foam or mineral-wool backing can add up to R-5 of continuous insulation, cutting thermal bridging and lowering heating bills by 10–15 % compared with older timber cladding.
What is the typical timeline for a full roof and siding replacement in Lancing?
For an average three-bed semi or detached property we allocate 7–10 working days: 1 day for site protection and scaffold, 2–3 days for strip-off and substrate repairs, 2–3 days for new roof deck, underlay and covering, and 2–3 days for siding, trims and final detailing. Weather delays are minimal because we use temporary shrink-wrap sheeting; however, very high winds can add a day or two, especially near the seafront.
Do I need planning permission or building control approval?
Most like-for-like re-roofing and re-cladding projects in Lancing fall under ‘permitted development’. You do, however, need Building Control sign-off to confirm structural adequacy and compliance with Part L (thermal) and Part C (moisture). If you are changing roof height, adding dormers or using non-traditional colours in a conservation area, planning consent may be required. We provide a full compliance package—drawings, SAP calculations and liaison with Adur & Worthing Building Control—to make the process hassle-free.
How do you guarantee a leak-free installation?
Every project follows our 8-point weather-tight checklist: (1) full deck inspection and rotten-timber replacement; (2) self-adhesive waterproof membrane at eaves, valleys and penetrations; (3) taped seams on breathable underlay; (4) counter-battens for ventilation; (5) stainless or hot-dipped fasteners set to manufacturer torque specs; (6) closed-cell backer rod and high-temperature sealant at all junctions; (7) infrared camera scan before hand-over; (8) final rainwater test. This system delivers a ≤0.1 % leak-call-back rate over the past five years.
What warranties and after-care services do you offer?
Roofing membranes and cladding boards carry up to 30-year manufacturer warranties, while our workmanship is covered for 15 years, transferrable to a new owner. Within the first two years we carry out free annual inspections and gutter cleans; after that we offer a low-cost maintenance package that includes moss treatment, fastener checks and sealant touch-ups. Any warranty claim is handled in-house—no chasing third parties.