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Flat Roof Survey in Slough
Covering 31 places across Slough for flat roof surveys, with prices that include VAT and surveys on weekdays and weekends.
Flat roof survey across Slough
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings. Pick your town below to see the details for your area. To book, call 07833 053749.
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Our flat roof survey service in Slough
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a report with photos and our recommendations. We survey mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes, and common reasons people get in touch are water getting in at rooflights and cracked or split membrane.
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
What affects the price in Slough
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Around Slough
In Slough, that means homes and buildings near Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). Slough’s nearest station is Slough station, roughly 0.7 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Upton Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Flat and commercial roofs across Slough
In Slough, our flat roof surveys work takes in homes, blocks of flats and commercial buildings, from Cippenham, Chalvey and Britwell to the quieter places in between. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building.
From inner London terraces to Kent oast houses, Sussex tile-hanging and Hampshire thatch, the South East has a huge mix of roofs. Slough is part of that mix.
Slough: Windsor Castle lies about 2.1 miles south, so building around Slough goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan. The streets around a church such as St Michael and All Angels are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a proper look.
EPDM rubber
EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. Those details are where we focus.
Signs you need a flat roof survey
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Cracked or split membrane
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
When you need someone else
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
FAQs for Slough
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. Not sure what yours is? We will tell you in the report.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is looked at. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.