Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Bullsmoor
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Bullsmoor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Local flat roofs in Bullsmoor
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. About 1 mile south-west lies Forty Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Bullsmoor has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you run a business near Edmonton Green Shopping Centre, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. If you look after a building like Honilands Primary School, a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Bullsmoor is about 2 miles north-east of Enfield, in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Bullsmoor, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, large and small. You can also see our page for London.
Every address in EN3, EN1 and EN8 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Capel Road, Unity Road and Kempe Road and the roads around them. Main roads around Bullsmoor include the M25. We also cover Bulls Cross (1 mile west), Enfield Wash (1 mile south-east), Freezywater (1 mile east), Enfield Highway (1 mile south) and Enfield Lock (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Watford (15 miles west), St Albans (13 miles north-west), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles north-west), Hoddesdon (6 miles north), Hatfield (10 miles north-west) and Hertford (9 miles north).
Around Bullsmoor
Around Bullsmoor, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Pied Bull Public House, The Lea Valley Academy and Gunpowder Park and the streets around them. Bullsmoor has its own railway station: Turkey Street station. Nearby you’ll also find St Michaels Hospital (1.9 miles south-west) and Edmonton Green Shopping Centre (3.6 miles south). Not far away are Ainslie Wood and Lippitts Hill.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bullsmoor
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We are often asked to look into outlets that hold water back and signs of deflection in the roof deck, on mastic asphalt, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass.
Around Bullsmoor, many homes have a garden room, garage or outbuilding with a flat roof. They’re easy to forget, but water through a garage roof can spoil whatever is stored inside. If you want them looked at too, mention them when booking, along with the main flat roof. Felt, rubber and GRP coverings on garages and outbuildings age in just the same way as the main roof’s.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Bullsmoor (EN3, EN1, EN8)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Bullsmoor
What else we do in Bullsmoor
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. A visit to Bullsmoor is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos.
When to book a survey in Bullsmoor
Buyers often book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Raised blisters across the surface
Landlords with a home close to Turkey Street station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
FAQs for Bullsmoor
Do you cover Bullsmoor?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Bullsmoor is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bullsmoor?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source isn’t obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It’s useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and remind them never to step on rooflights or fragile sheets.