Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Barton, Isle of Wight
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Barton, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Different roofs, different checks
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. We record how yours is doing and where it is weakest.
About our flat roof survey in Barton
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations. Common reasons to book are outlets choked with leaves and silt and ponding water that doesn’t drain away, on upstands and outlets, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber.
In smaller places like Barton, flat roofs are mostly on extensions, garages, porches and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let plenty of water into the room below. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Barton (PO30, PO31, PO41)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Barton
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a smaller place like Barton, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Barton
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What we are asked to look at in Barton
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Water getting in at rooflights
Hotels and guest houses near Barton can’t easily close rooms for a leak.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Flat roofs in Barton
Barton is within about 5 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you look after a building like Barton Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. With Carisbrooke Castle about 1.6 miles south-west, the area around Barton has a long history. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan.
Barton is about 1 mile east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Whether the building in Barton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Barton is one of the places in the Isle of Wight we cover for flat roof surveys. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: PO30, PO31 and PO41. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Pan Lane, Ash Road and Chain Lane. Other places close to Barton include Cross Lane (1 mile north), Staplers (1 mile east), Fairlee (1 mile north), Hillgrove (2 miles north-east) and Whippingham (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ryde (6 miles east), Cowes (4 miles north), Sandown (6 miles south-east), Shanklin (7 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south-east) and East Cowes (4 miles north). Being one of the Isle of Wight’s larger places, Barton has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices. If you’re somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed.
Around Barton
Around Barton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Medina College, Island Innovation VI Form Campus and Bargeman's Rest pub, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum (under half a mile north-west). Open spaces near Barton include Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Barton
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Barton, take more of a battering?
It can do. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Barton is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Barton?
Yes, commercial buildings, hotels included, are part of the work. Roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Barton?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Why act early in Barton
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is frequently a small repair. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. With lower homes, common in places like Barton, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.