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Flat Roof Survey in Bramshott Chase
We carry out flat roof surveys in Bramshott Chase and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older rural homes like those around Bramshott Chase can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We check the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there is safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bramshott Chase
If the house you’re buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it is worth knowing its condition before exchange. Many felt roofs need renewing after around 15 to 20 years, and EPDM and GRP often go on for longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. We are frequently asked to look into standing water left after rain and edge trims that have lifted or split, across single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Bramshott Chase take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Bramshott Chase (GU26)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We look at how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Local flat roofs in Bramshott Chase
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Take a building like Woolmer Hill School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Take an older house close to Church of St Luke: 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 let a flat or house near Haslemere station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Bramshott Chase is about 8 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. We visit Bramshott Chase as part of our work across Surrey. Across Surrey, we cover Bramshott Chase and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
We cover every part of GU26 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Upper Hammer Lane, Old Bramshott Chase and Portsmouth Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Hammer Bottom (1 mile south), Hammer (1 mile south), Shottermill (1 mile south-east), Woolmer Hill (1 mile south) and Haslemere (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (13 miles north-east), Farnham (8 miles north), Frimley (15 miles north), Cranleigh (12 miles east), Ash (10 miles north) and Godalming (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Bramshott Chase
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Shottermill Junior School and The Prince of Wales pub, among other places. Bramshott Chase’s nearest station is Haslemere station, about 1.7 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Haslemere and District Hospital (2.1 miles east). Not far away are Upper Lake and Gibbet Hill.
What affects the price in Bramshott Chase
To price your survey, we look at:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Bramshott Chase, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Useful tips for Bramshott Chase property owners
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Book a survey every few years
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bramshott Chase
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Checking the roof from the ground
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, 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.
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Questions from Bramshott Chase
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bramshott Chase?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Bramshott Chase as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bramshott Chase?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What does the report include?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.