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Flat Roof Survey in Abinger
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Abinger, with photos and a clear written report.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Blocked or damaged outlets
Landlord and commercial surveys in Abinger
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Abinger
Flat roofs deal with rain in a very different way from pitched ones. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. Common reasons to book are raised blisters across the surface and damaged trims at the roof edge, on GRP fibreglass, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Abinger, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Abinger (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Abinger
Polesden Lacey, about 3.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Abinger. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Take an older house close to Church of St James: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Take a building like Belmont Prep School: schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Abinger is about 4 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. We carry out flat roof surveys in Abinger for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Abinger is one of the places in Surrey we cover. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across RH5 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Raikes Lane, Sutton Lane and Abinger Lane. We also cover the places around Abinger: Sutton Abinger (1 mile west), Abinger Hammer (1 mile north-west), Hoe (1 mile west), Gomshall (2 miles north-west) and Shere (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles east), Redhill (11 miles east) and Ewell (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Abinger
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wotton and Abinger Commons, The Abinger Hatch Public House and Hurtwood House and the streets around them. The closest station to Abinger is Gomshall station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Abinger Castle (under half a mile south-east) and Mesolithic Museum (under half a mile south). Open spaces near Abinger include Leith Hill and Combe Bottom.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Abinger, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Getting a price
For a price for flat roof surveys in Abinger, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
When to book a survey in Abinger
Buyers often book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Outlets that hold water back
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Standing water left after rain
If you let a flat or house near Gomshall station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
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Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It is written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys normally lasts longer.
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Abinger
How do I find out if my home in Abinger is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Abinger?
Yes, Abinger is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain typically needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
How do I book a survey in Abinger?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and the report says if any part couldn’t be seen. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.