Temporary Roof Scaffolding in West Sussex
A temporary roof is one of the most valuable services we offer — it enables construction and roofing works to continue regardless of weather conditions, protecting both the building and the trades working beneath it. C.N.M Scaffolding designs and installs temporary roof structures for projects across West Sussex, from domestic fire damage repairs to large-scale commercial roof replacements.
Temporary roofs prevent water ingress, protect interiors and contents, and allow your project to stay on schedule even during the worst winter months. We've installed long-term temporary roofs lasting up to five months for fire damage rebuilds in Barnham, and complex structures over live school buildings in Worthing.
Our experienced design team creates bespoke temporary roof solutions tailored to your building's geometry and your project timeline. Whether you need a straightforward mono-pitch cover or a complex multi-span structure with buttressing, we deliver safe, engineered solutions backed by our full range of industry accreditations.
What's Included
Complete Weather Protection
Full coverage preventing rain, wind, and debris from entering the building during works
Fire Damage Restoration
Rapid deployment of temporary roofing to protect properties after fire damage
Over Existing Structures
Temporary roofs erected over existing buildings without disturbing the structure below
Bespoke Engineering
Custom-designed structures including mono-pitch, duo-pitch, and complex multi-span configurations
Long-Term Installations
Structures can remain in place for weeks or months as your project requires
Fully Inspected
Regular inspections throughout the hire period to ensure ongoing structural integrity
When Do You Need a Temporary Roof?
A temporary roof is essential whenever a building's roof covering needs to be removed or when the roof structure is exposed during construction works. Common scenarios include full re-roofing projects where the existing covering must come off before the new one goes on, fire damage repairs where the roof structure has been compromised, and major extension or conversion projects where the existing roof is being altered.
A temporary roof keeps the building watertight throughout the works, protecting the interior, fixtures, and the trades working below from rain, wind, and debris.
How Our Temporary Roofs Work
Our temporary roof systems are scaffold-based structures that span the full width and length of the affected area. They are sheeted with heavy-duty weather protection to create a fully enclosed, dry working environment. This allows trades to work through winter months and periods of bad weather without delays — saving time and protecting quality.
We design each temporary roof to suit the specific building and project requirements, and our team manages the structure throughout the hire period, including any necessary adjustments as the underlying works progress.
Insurance & Building Control Requirements
Many insurance claims for fire or storm damage require a temporary roof to be installed before repair works can begin. Our temporary roof systems meet insurance company requirements and we can provide all necessary documentation to support your claim.
For building control purposes, temporary roofs demonstrate that the property is being properly protected during construction — which is particularly important for listed buildings and properties in conservation areas where additional scrutiny applies.
Featured Projects
Beach House
Temporary roof over existing structure with buttressing for extended renovation works
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Residential Barnham
Fire damage protection enabling full rebuild with continuous weather coverage
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St Mary's Catholic School
Temporary roof on a live school site requiring careful phasing around term times
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Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you install a temporary roof?
Depending on the size and complexity, temporary roofs typically take 2-5 days to erect. Emergency installations for fire or storm damage can be prioritised.
Can a temporary roof be installed over an existing roof?
Yes, we regularly erect temporary roof structures over existing buildings to protect against weather while roofing works take place underneath.
How long can a temporary roof stay in place?
Temporary roofs can remain erected for as long as your project requires. We've had installations in place from a few weeks up to 5 months for complex rebuilds.
What Our Clients Say
Rated 5 stars by our customers
"We recently had the team from C.N.M Scaffolding on site and were thoroughly impressed. A genuinely friendly and professional group of guys — polite, easy to work with, and respectful of each department they interacted with."
— Redstone Tyres, Arundel
"Darrell and Paul were incredible at getting the scaffolding up. They embraced our students' interests, spoke with them, and greeted them all with a smile. They were flexible around our students' movements and break times — a massive thank you from us."
— Chichester High School
"Excellent service from start to finish. The team were professional, punctual and left the site clean and tidy. Highly recommend C.N.M Scaffolding for any domestic or commercial project."
— Homeowner, Chichester
"C.N.M provided scaffolding for our church restoration project. Their understanding of heritage buildings and careful approach to erecting the scaffold around sensitive stonework was outstanding."
— St Michael's Church, Worthing
"Used C.N.M for a full house scaffold for re-roofing works. Very competitive quote, quick turnaround, and the lads were brilliant. Would definitely use again."
— Homeowner, Littlehampton
"Professional company who deliver what they promise. Great communication throughout and the scaffolding was erected safely and efficiently. Can't fault them."
— Builder, Brighton
"We've used C.N.M Scaffolding on multiple projects and they consistently deliver a high-quality service. Their design team is excellent and they always find solutions to complex access problems."
— Beard Construction
"Fantastic scaffolding company. They managed the pavement licence, kept the public safe, and made the whole process stress-free. Highly professional team."
— Business Owner, Worthing
"We recently had the team from C.N.M Scaffolding on site and were thoroughly impressed. A genuinely friendly and professional group of guys — polite, easy to work with, and respectful of each department they interacted with."
— Redstone Tyres, Arundel
"Darrell and Paul were incredible at getting the scaffolding up. They embraced our students' interests, spoke with them, and greeted them all with a smile. They were flexible around our students' movements and break times — a massive thank you from us."
— Chichester High School
"Excellent service from start to finish. The team were professional, punctual and left the site clean and tidy. Highly recommend C.N.M Scaffolding for any domestic or commercial project."
— Homeowner, Chichester
"C.N.M provided scaffolding for our church restoration project. Their understanding of heritage buildings and careful approach to erecting the scaffold around sensitive stonework was outstanding."
— St Michael's Church, Worthing
"Used C.N.M for a full house scaffold for re-roofing works. Very competitive quote, quick turnaround, and the lads were brilliant. Would definitely use again."
— Homeowner, Littlehampton
"Professional company who deliver what they promise. Great communication throughout and the scaffolding was erected safely and efficiently. Can't fault them."
— Builder, Brighton
"We've used C.N.M Scaffolding on multiple projects and they consistently deliver a high-quality service. Their design team is excellent and they always find solutions to complex access problems."
— Beard Construction
"Fantastic scaffolding company. They managed the pavement licence, kept the public safe, and made the whole process stress-free. Highly professional team."
— Business Owner, Worthing
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