Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Broughton, Hampshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Broughton, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is normally one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a close look.
How a flat roof survey works in Broughton
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We are often asked to look into failed seals around rooflight kerbs and gaps at upstands and abutments, across felt flat roofs, mastic asphalt and EPDM rubber.
Older buildings in small places like Broughton 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
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.
- Place
- Broughton (SO20)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Broughton
What else we do in Broughton
What this survey can’t tell you
It’s a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
When to book a survey in Broughton
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Outlets that hold water back
- Standing water left after rain
Take a building like Broughton Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
What to check before booking
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What insurance they carry
Prices for flat roof surveys in Broughton
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
For a price for flat roof surveys in Broughton, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Questions from Broughton
How do I find out if my home in Broughton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Broughton in the area you cover?
Yes, Broughton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. If the cause can’t be seen, we’ll say so and suggest what would help.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Broughton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- 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
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Flat roof surveys around Broughton
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. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. With Mottisfont Abbey about 3.9 miles south, Broughton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Mottisfont & Dunbridge 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 Church of St Mary the Virgin, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Broughton is about 8 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. Broughton gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on High Street, Greyhound Mews and Plough Gardens or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Houghton (2 miles east), Horsebridge (3 miles south-east), Mottisfont (4 miles south), Stonymarsh (4 miles south-east) and Lockerley (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (11 miles east), Eastleigh (13 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north-east), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-east) and Romsey (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Broughton
We work in homes and buildings around The Tally Ho Public House. The closest station to Broughton is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 4.3 miles south.