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Flat Roof Survey in Broadford
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Broadford. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Broadford
Ponding is frequently the first sign that something on a flat roof isn’t right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. We survey mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes, and people most often book us about edge trims that have lifted or split and ponding water that doesn’t drain away.
Older buildings in small places like Broadford may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Where we can’t see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Broadford (GU4)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Why it is worth a survey now in Broadford
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. After that, the cost of any work is yours. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. For older village homes like those around Broadford, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, frequently laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering frequently found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
Flat roofs in Broadford
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around Broadford has a long history of building, with Loseley Park about 1.4 miles west. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Shalford Infant School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you own a rental within reach of Shalford station, 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 St Michael, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Broadford is about 2 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Whether the building in Broadford is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of GU4 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Broadford include Shalford (1 mile east), Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile north-west), East Shalford (1 mile north-east) and Chilworth (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Farnham (10 miles west), Egham (15 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east) and Dorking (11 miles east).
Around Broadford
Around Broadford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Shalford Mill, St Catherine's School and The Queen Victoria pub and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Broadford itself: Shalford station. Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Road Hospital (1.7 miles north) and Guildford Castle (1.5 miles north). Not far away are Pewley Down and Lower Lake.
Nearby places to Broadford
Also in Broadford
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Broadford, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
For a price for flat roof surveys in Broadford, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
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FAQs for Broadford
Is Broadford within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broadford?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain usually needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.