Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Bray Wick
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Bray Wick, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Bray Wick, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before we arrive
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
How a flat roof survey works in Bray Wick
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. Where any area cannot be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. If you’ve noticed damaged trims at the roof edge and gaps at upstands and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Bray Wick, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Bray Wick (SL6)
- Wider area
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
Places near Bray Wick
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How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. We record any we can see, with photographs.
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. Our report sets out its condition and the areas most at risk.
What affects the price in Bray Wick
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Flat roof surveys around Bray Wick
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around Bray Wick has a long history of building, with Dorney Court about 1.8 miles east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Bray Wick, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use. If you look after a building like Holyport CofE Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Bray Wick is about 2 miles south-east of Maidenhead, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Bookings from Bray Wick are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We survey roofs across SL6 for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Windsor Road, Holyport Road and Upper Bray Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Bray Wick is on the M4, which makes it simple to reach. We also cover the places around Bray Wick: Boyn Hill (1 mile north-west), Cox Green (1 mile west), Maidenhead (2 miles north-west), Furze Platt (3 miles north-west) and Woolley Green (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Windsor (4 miles south-east), North Ascot (6 miles south), Cookham (4 miles north), Dedworth (3 miles south-east), Broomhall (8 miles south-east) and South Ascot (7 miles south).
Around Bray Wick
We work in homes and buildings around Desborough College, The Belgian Arms and Braywick Park, among other places. The closest station to Bray Wick is Maidenhead station, about 1.4 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find St Mark's Hospital (2.3 miles north-west) and Windsor Castle (4.7 miles east). Open spaces near Bray Wick include Taplow Lake and Weycock Hill.
Bray Wick questions
Is Bray Wick within the area you cover?
Yes, Bray Wick is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Bray Wick listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building, and it isn’t a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain typically needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
Our survey does not include asbestos testing. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We do not put a figure on it. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but your report describes the actual condition.
What we are asked to look at in Bray Wick
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. People typically call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Outlets that hold water back
- Pools of water lying on the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Maidenhead station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?