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Flat roof survey in Botley, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Botley, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
Flat roof survey in Botley
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. Single-ply PVC and TPO roofs are checked at their welds, edges and fixings. Once you know the covering and its condition, planning the next step is far easier. We’re often asked to look into splits and cracks in the covering and raised blisters across the surface, across single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs.
In smaller places like Botley, flat roofs are mostly on extensions, garages, porches and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let a good many water into the room below. What it is covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. Ponding, splits and lifting edges are the signs to look for from a window.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Botley (SO30)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Botley
Botley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. South Stoneham House, about 4.6 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Botley. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Botley station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Botley is about 1 mile east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Botley and the surrounding area. Botley is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for flat roof surveys.
Here we cover the SO30 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on High Street, Boswell Close and Bailey Close and the roads around them. Botley is on the A334, so it’s easy for us to get to. Other places close to Botley include Boorley Green (1 mile north), Curdridge (2 miles east), Curbridge (2 miles south-east), Durley (2 miles north) and Horton Heath (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (13 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Botley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wildern School, Wildern School and The Dolphin Hotel The Dolphin Public House. For rail, the closest station is Botley station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Moorgreen Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and Netley Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Swanwick Lakes.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Botley
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
When to book a survey in Botley
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. It normally comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Cracked or split membrane
Anyone responsible for a site like Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Why get it checked now?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. It usually points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and each wet season wears the covering further. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Arranging work in a smaller place like Botley is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
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What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. The survey typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a smaller place like Botley, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, often laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
Botley: your questions answered
Is Botley within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Botley hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Botley is within about 4 miles of the coast.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain normally needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.