West Berkshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Aldermaston Wharf
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Aldermaston Wharf. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
How a flat roof survey works in Aldermaston Wharf
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a report with photos and our recommendations. If you’re worried about failed seals around rooflight kerbs and signs of deflection in the roof deck, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on upstands and outlets, mastic asphalt and EPDM rubber alike.
In a small place like Aldermaston Wharf, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Aldermaston Wharf (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Aldermaston Wharf often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- 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.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Common questions in Aldermaston Wharf
Do you carry out roof surveys in Aldermaston Wharf?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Aldermaston Wharf as anywhere else.
Will you come out to Aldermaston Wharf?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. It’s a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and it is not a structural engineer’s report.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Local flat roofs in Aldermaston Wharf
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you live in an older home near Church of St John the Baptist, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Aldermaston Wharf is about 3 miles north of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Aldermaston Wharf can all book flat roof surveys. Our West Berkshire coverage includes Aldermaston Wharf and the places around it. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Wharfside, Basingstoke Road and Watson Close or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Aldermaston Wharf include Lower Padworth (1 mile north-east), Beenham (1 mile north-west), Beenham Stocks (1 mile north), Upper Woolhampton (2 miles west) and Southend (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newbury (8 miles west), Thatcham (5 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles east), Speenhamland (8 miles west), Spencers Wood (7 miles east) and Calcot (5 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Aldermaston Wharf
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Butt Inn and Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve. There’s a railway station in Aldermaston Wharf itself: Aldermaston station. Nearby you will also find Thames Valley Police Museum (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Aldermaston Wharf includes Hosehill Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Aldermaston Wharf?
Water that does not drain sits on the roof and speeds up wear. Blocked outlets, poor falls and a sagging deck are the usual causes. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Landlords with a home close to Aldermaston station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
Different roofs, different checks
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a proper look.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for a Basic Survey, 24 to 48 hours for a Standard Survey and the same day for a Premium Survey.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
What a flat roof survey does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber