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Flat Roof Survey in Burnham
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Burnham and the rest of Slough. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Burnham
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Burnham, such as hotels?
Yes. As well as homes, we look at flat roofs on offices, hotels, blocks of flats and commercial units. For a bigger roof, you will get a quote based on the building.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Burnham?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
What does the report include?
A report with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Flat roof survey in Burnham: what you get
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it is worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it’s holding up and any defects we can see, with photos of each. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. If you’ve noticed standing water left after rain and blistering in felt or asphalt, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around a smaller place like Burnham, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Burnham (SL1, SL6, SL2)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a flat roof survey in Burnham?
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. In time, the covering dries out, cracks and loosens at its edges and laps. People usually call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
Look out for signs like these:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Outlets that hold water back
- Cracked or split membrane
Take an older house close to St Peter's Church: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their report turnaround times
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is added on top
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Burnham is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it’s 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.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What a flat roof survey looks like in Burnham
Burnham has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use. Dorney Court, about 1.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Burnham. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Burnham station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For site and facilities teams at buildings like The E-Act Burnham Park Academy, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Burnham is about 2 miles north-west of Slough, in Slough. We survey roofs in Burnham and the rest of Slough, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of SL1, SL6 and SL2 is within our area for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Stomp Road, Priory Road and High Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Huntercombe (1 mile south), Hitchambury (1 mile west), Taplow (1 mile west), Cippenham (1 mile south-east) and Rose Hill (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chalvey (3 miles south-east), Langley (5 miles east), Upton (3 miles south-east), Datchet (5 miles south-east), Stoke Poges (3 miles east) and Ditton (5 miles south-east). Burnham is one of the larger places we cover in Slough.
Landmarks near Burnham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Haymill Valley, Garibaldi Public House and Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School. Burnham’s nearest station is Burnham station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east. A little further out are The Reitlinger Bequest Museum (1.9 miles west) and Windsor Castle (4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Burnham include Burnham Beeches and Taplow Lake.
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a proper look at the flat roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
Also near Burnham
More services for Burnham
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Useful tips for Burnham property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.