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A full roofing refurbishment at the 24/7 operational Haywards Heath Fire Station involved replacing seven roof areas with a high-performance Bauder system, including new insulation and rooflights. The project required careful planning around live operations, safe removal and reinstatement of solar panels, and was completed with minimal disruption, backed by a 20-year guarantee.
Haywards Heath Fire Station is a fully operational, 24/7 emergency services facility located in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. The site comprises a principal two-storey fire station building with traditional brick elevations and a pitched, tiled roof. Surrounding the main structure are several ancillary single-storey buildings featuring brick exteriors and flat roofing systems, used for support functions and staff welfare.
The facility also includes a dedicated fire service training tower for operational drills and exercises, as well as secure on-site parking and clearly defined site boundaries. Geographically, the site is bordered by a railway line to the west and Mill Green Road to the east, offering both accessibility and secure enclosure.
Their operational capabilities are supported by a range of specialist equipment and vehicles, including:
Following a competitive tender process, Clarke Roofing was awarded the contract for a comprehensive package of improvement works at Haywards Heath Fire Station. The primary focus of the project was the replacement of roof coverings across multiple buildings, alongside external refurbishment works aimed at enhancing the site's durability, functionality, and overall appearance.
Clarke Roofing took full responsibility for the design, erection, and ongoing maintenance of all scaffolding and roof edge protection. In collaboration with a trusted local scaffolder, we implemented safe access solutions including working platforms, fall arrest systems, and perimeter handrails across all relevant elevations. These safety measures were critical in ensuring safe working conditions throughout the high-level roofing works.
Prior to the commencement of roofing activity, existing solar equipment was carefully disconnected and removed from affected areas, securely stored during the works, and professionally reinstated upon project completion.
The refurbishment covered seven individual roof areas, delivered through a phased, sequential approach. Each roof was stripped of existing coverings, upgraded with a new flat roofing system, and completed before progressing to the next. This method ensured efficient project coordination while minimising the risk of weather ingress to the internal areas of the fire station.
The following specified high-performance Bauder roofing system was installed to all roof areas:
Upon completion of the roofing works, a full inspection was conducted by a certified Bauder technician to verify compliance with the manufacturer’s specifications and quality standards. The inspection confirmed that all works met the required criteria, resulting in the issuance of a 20-year Bauder manufacturer’s guarantee, offering long-term assurance of system performance and durability.
All phases of the project were carried out in strict accordance with current health and safety regulations, manufacturer guidelines, and the agreed project specifications. This ensured the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, and long-lasting roofing solution for this critical emergency services facility.