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Flat roof survey in Bentworth, Hampshire
Flat roof surveys in Bentworth from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
How a flat roof survey works in Bentworth
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. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photographs and our recommendations. If you’ve noticed failed seals around rooflight kerbs and splits, cracks and crazing, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber alike.
Older buildings in small places like Bentworth may be 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. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Bentworth (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Bentworth and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Owners frequently learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. A survey every few years stops that from catching you out. In a place like Bentworth, 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
- Photographs and a written report every time
- PI and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Flat and commercial roofs around Bentworth
Historic houses such as Hall Place, about 0.2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Bentworth 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. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you look after a building such as St Mary's Bentworth Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If you own a rental within reach of Alton station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Bentworth is about 3 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. If you’re in Bentworth, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
Flat roof surveys in GU34 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Village Street, Church Street and Drury Lane, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Bentworth, we cover Holt End (1 mile south-west), Thedden (1 mile south-east), Wivelrod (1 mile south-east), New Copse (1 mile south-west) and Beech (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (8 miles north), Winchester (13 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Alton (3 miles east).
Around Bentworth
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Star Inn and the streets around them. Bentworth’s nearest station is Alton station, about 3.5 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (2.2 miles north-east). Not far away are King's Hill.
Useful tips for Bentworth property owners
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Book a survey every few years
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Bentworth can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What we cannot see
A survey is a proper look at the flat roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Bentworth
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bentworth?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Bentworth in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Bentworth is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What happens next?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
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Signs you need a flat roof survey in Bentworth
The details are frequently where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
For an older house near a landmark like St. Mary's Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their report turnaround times
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which limits apply to the survey