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Flat roof survey in Bentley, Surrey
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Bentley from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
Flat roof survey in Bentley
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. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you’ve noticed blistering in felt or asphalt and outlets choked with leaves and silt, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Bentley, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Bentley (GU10, GU34)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
Local flat roofs in Bentley
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Historic houses like Farnham Castle, about 3.8 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Bentley goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building such as Bentley Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. Landlords with a home close to Bentley (Hampshire) station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Bentley is about 4 miles west of Farnham, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Bentley, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Surrey coverage includes Bentley and the places around it. Guildford is in our area too.
Surveys in GU10 and GU34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Broadlands Close and Eggars Field. Other places close to Bentley include Isington (1 mile south-west), Blacknest (1 mile south-east), Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-east), Holt Pound (2 miles east) and Binsted (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles east), Camberley (12 miles north-east), Farnham (4 miles east), Frimley (11 miles north-east), Haslemere (10 miles south-east) and Ash (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Bentley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Star Inn. Bentley’s nearest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Barley Pound (1.7 miles north-east) and Chase Community Hospital (5.9 miles south). For a walk, there is Farnham Park and Holybourne Hill.
Nearby places to Bentley
Other services in Bentley
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Bentley, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Around Bentley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a written report with photographs and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Book a survey every few years
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
FAQs for Bentley
How do I find out if my home in Bentley is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Bentley?
Yes. Bentley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when booking.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. A commercial roof typically takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it is large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We do not give a fixed number of years, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Why act early in Bentley
Before replacing a flat roof, it’s useful to know if you really need to. Sometimes some details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. Older and listed buildings around Bentley may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.