Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Boarhunt, Hampshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Boarhunt, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Outlets that hold water back
How the survey changes by roof type
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are typically where trouble starts. Every upstand and edge is looked at, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
Flat roof survey in Boarhunt
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. If you’re worried about outlets that hold water back and edge trims that have lifted or split, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Boarhunt, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Boarhunt (PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Boarhunt
Flat roofs in Boarhunt
Boarhunt is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Cams Hill School will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks.
Boarhunt is about 3 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Boarhunt is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across Hampshire, we cover Boarhunt and the places around it.
We cover every part of the PO17 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Boarhunt: Southwick (1 mile east), North Fareham (1 mile west), Wallington (2 miles south-west), North Boarhunt (2 miles north) and Fareham Common (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north-west), Gosport (5 miles south), Havant (7 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Boarhunt
The closest station to Boarhunt is Portchester station, about 1.6 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Fareham Shopping Centre (2 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (2.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Boarhunt
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Boarhunt: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Boarhunt?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Boarhunt is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you don’t know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
Why get it checked now?
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. For older village homes like those around Boarhunt, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Boarhunt?
The details are often where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Standing water left after rain
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blocked or damaged outlets
If you own a rental within reach of Portchester station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is added on top
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Boarhunt often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.