Hampshire · London and the South East
Bashley Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Bashley and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Standing water left after rain
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Leaks around rooflights
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bashley
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can point to poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that is deflecting. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. We survey single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber, and people most often book us about pools of water lying on the roof and raised blisters across the surface.
Somewhere as small as Bashley, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Bashley (BH25)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a proper look at the flat roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
Local flat roofs in Bashley
Bashley is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Highcliffe Castle, about 3.5 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bashley. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ballard School will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. For landlords with property near New Milton station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Bashley is in Hampshire. Anywhere in Bashley, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We cover every part of BH25 for flat roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on St Johns Road, Ossemsley South Drive and Bashley Road. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Ossemsley (1 mile north-west), Wootton (1 mile north-west), Ashley (1 mile south-east), Tiptoe (1 mile east) and Mead End (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (5 miles east), Hythe (13 miles north-east), Ringwood (7 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east) and Marchwood (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Bashley
Around Bashley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Arnewood School, The Rising Sun pub and Tiptoe Primary School. For rail, the closest station is New Milton station, about 1.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Lymington New Forest Hospital (5 miles east) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (0.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Bashley includes Milford on Sea LNR.
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
Bashley questions
How do I find out if my home in Bashley is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Bashley, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows, and Bashley is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Bashley?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you cover Bashley?
Yes. We carry out flat roof surveys in Bashley, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Bashley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there is safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, while there’s still time to plan the work. In a place like Bashley, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Bashley
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Other services in Bashley
When to book a survey in Bashley
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. People normally call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Standing water left after rain
- Cracked or split membrane
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
If you live in an older home near St John, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What insurance they carry
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.