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Flat Roof Survey in Burcott
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? We carry out flat roof surveys in Burcott and across Buckinghamshire.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
About our flat roof survey in Burcott
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. We are frequently asked to look into gaps at upstands and abutments and splits, cracks and crazing, on GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets.
Some older homes in villages like Burcott are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Burcott (HP22)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on the findings.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Flat roof surveys in Burcott: local notes
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Aylesbury station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Shop and office owners around Friars Square may find that the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Burcott is about 2 miles north-east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Burcott can all book flat roof surveys. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, large and small. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Every address in HP22 is covered for flat roof surveys. You will find streets like Burcott Lane and Marshalls Lea. Close by, we survey roofs in Bierton (1 mile north-west), Broughton (1 mile south-east), Broughton Crossing (1 mile south-west), Turnfurlong (2 miles south-west) and Bedgrove (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as High Wycombe (14 miles south), Chesham (11 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north-west), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (8 miles south) and Haydon Hill (3 miles west).
Local landmarks in Burcott
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell pub, Aylesbury Grammar School and Stocklake Park Community School and the streets around them. The closest station to Burcott is Aylesbury station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Tindal Centre (1.1 miles west) and Friars Square (1.8 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Haddington Hill.
What affects the price in Burcott
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Towns and villages near Burcott
What else we do in Burcott
Leave it or get it looked at?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most frequently it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and each wet season wears the covering further. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Burcott, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Common questions in Burcott
Is my home in Burcott listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Burcott?
Yes, Burcott is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm the timing as you book.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
We don’t carry out asbestos surveys. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for instance in cement roof sheets. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain normally needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Burcott
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.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the flat roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere like Burcott needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.