Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Arford
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Arford, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Loose or cracked edge trims
About our flat roof survey in Arford
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. If you are worried about ponding water that doesn’t drain away and water getting in at rooflights, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Arford, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: 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.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Arford (GU35)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a hamlet or village like Arford, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
Places near Arford
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Arford questions
Do you cover Arford?
Yes, Arford is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Is Arford within the area you cover?
Yes, Arford is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. A commercial roof typically takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it is large or complex, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you do not know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
Flat roof surveys in Arford: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Holme Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If you own a rental within reach of Liphook station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Arford is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Arford, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
We survey roofs across the GU35 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Beech Hill Road, Arford Common and Headley Hill Road. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Headley (1 mile south-west), Headley Down (1 mile east), Lindford (1 mile west), Standford (1 mile south-west) and Wishanger Common (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (7 miles west), Petersfield (10 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
Near you in Arford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Holly Bush Inn and Mill Chase Academy and the streets around them. Arford’s nearest station is Liphook station, roughly 3.6 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Deadwater Valley and Gibbet Hill.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Arford
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
Surveys for landlords and agents in Arford
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Book a survey every few years
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys normally lasts longer.
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.