Hampshire · London and the South East
Bailey Green Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Bailey Green, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bailey Green
Offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats often sit under large flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. Commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so please ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. Typical surveys look at water getting in at rooflights and blistering in felt or asphalt, on upstands and outlets, felt flat roofs and single-ply membranes.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Bailey Green take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Bailey Green (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, while there is still time to plan the work. In a small place like Bailey Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bailey Green
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Bailey Green
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Raised blisters across the surface
Take an older house close to Holy Trinity Church: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
Flat roof surveys around Bailey Green
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. 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. Historic houses such as Hinton Ampner House, about 4.7 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Bailey Green goes. 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.
Bailey Green is about 5 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. In Bailey Green, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Bailey Green is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for flat roof surveys. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
We survey roofs across GU34 for flat roof surveys. If you are just outside Bailey Green, we cover Privett (1 mile south-east), Filmore Hill (1 mile west), West Tisted (1 mile north-west), Monkwood (2 miles north) and Charlwood (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (13 miles south), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (9 miles south) and Chandler's Ford (15 miles west).
Landmarks near Bailey Green
A little further out are Petersfield Community Hospital (5.2 miles south-east). The countryside around Bailey Green includes Shutts Copse and Pidham Hill.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
FAQs for Bailey Green
Do you cover Bailey Green?
Yes, Bailey Green is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Bailey Green as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Bailey Green?
Yes, Bailey Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Bailey Green?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Bailey Green?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
What’s in the report?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
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The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Bailey Green frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.