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Flat roof survey in Bisham, Buckinghamshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Bisham, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
EPDM rubber
EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. We look closely at each of those details.
Flat roof survey in Bisham: what you get
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big 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. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. If you’ve noticed outlets choked with leaves and silt and standing water left after rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Bisham, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Bisham (SL7)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Bisham
Other services in Bisham
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Bisham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Your questions about flat roof surveys in Bisham
Will you come out to Bisham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Bisham?
Yes, commercial buildings, hotels included, are part of the work. Access to the roof is sorted out with whoever manages the building before the day.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Bisham?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Bisham, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Flat roofs in Bisham
About 1.5 miles west lies Harleyford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Bisham has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you own a rental within reach of Marlow station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If you look after a building like Bisham Church of England Academy, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Bisham is about 1 mile south of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Bisham can all book flat roof surveys. Bisham is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Surveys in SL7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Bisham Court, Marlow Road and Vansittart Road. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Temple (1 mile south-west), Marlow (1 mile north), Cookham Dean (1 mile east), Pinkneys Green (2 miles south) and Cookham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (5 miles north), Chesham (13 miles north-east), Amersham (11 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (7 miles north-east), Chalfont St Peter (10 miles east) and Princes Risborough (12 miles north).
Landmarks near Bisham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bull Inn and Sir William Borlase's Grammar School. The closest station to Bisham is Marlow station, roughly 1 mile north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Marlow Museum (0.7 miles north) and Marlow Community Hospital (1.1 miles north). Not far away are Taplow Lake and Weycock Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. A survey every few years stops that from catching you out. In a small place like Bisham, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photos and a written report every time
Useful tips for Bisham property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, so you can talk the findings through.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.