Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Atherfield Green
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Atherfield Green. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets that hold water back
- Cracked or split membrane
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
About our flat roof survey in Atherfield Green
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That is 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. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. Common reasons to book are splits and cracks in the covering and blocked or damaged outlets, on upstands and outlets, single-ply membranes and mastic asphalt.
Some older homes in villages like Atherfield Green are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Atherfield Green (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we look for on each type of roof
Mastic asphalt
Older asphalt can become brittle and crack as the roof moves. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Atherfield Green
Atherfield Green lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Whatever the street in Atherfield Green, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early. With Wolverton Manor about 2 miles north-west, the area around Atherfield Green has a long history. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Atherfield Green is about 6 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Atherfield Green and the surrounding area. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Atherfield Green and the places around it. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Surveys in PO38 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Little Atherfield (1 mile north-west), Pyle (1 mile south-east), Chale Green (1 mile east), Shorwell (2 miles north) and Thorncross (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Newport (6 miles north), Ryde (11 miles north-east), Cowes (10 miles north), Sandown (8 miles east), Shanklin (7 miles east) and Ventnor (6 miles east). For harder-to-reach addresses, a little more planning is needed.
Around Atherfield Green
Other landmarks nearby include The Dinosaur Farm Museum (1.8 miles north-west) and Whitecroft Hospital (4.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Atherfield Green include Brighstone Down.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Atherfield Green
Landlords and letting agents in Atherfield Green book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Atherfield Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Why act early in Atherfield Green
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, while there’s still time to plan the work. In a place like Atherfield Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Note the date and type of any roof work
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. 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.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Atherfield Green: your questions answered
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Atherfield Green, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Atherfield Green is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like Atherfield Green?
Yes, Atherfield Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I book a survey in Atherfield Green?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
What happens after the survey?
You will get the report by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.