Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Butlocks Heath, Hampshire
We carry out flat roof surveys in Butlocks Heath and the rest of Hampshire. We survey seven days a week.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets that hold water back
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Flat roof survey in Butlocks Heath
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We survey upstands and outlets, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt, and common reasons people get in touch are outlets that hold water back and blistering in felt or asphalt.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Butlocks Heath take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Butlocks Heath (SO31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the flat roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
Flat and commercial roofs around Butlocks Heath
Butlocks Heath is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Netley Abbey Infant School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Westquay, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Butlocks Heath is about 3 miles north-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Butlocks Heath across London and South East England. Butlocks Heath is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover.
All of SO31 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Woolston Road, Old School Close and The Grove and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Butlocks Heath, we cover Netley (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south), Old Netley (1 mile north-east), Lowford (1 mile north-east) and Bursledon (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (6 miles north), Fareham (6 miles east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
Around Butlocks Heath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Hamble School, Grove Park Business and Enterprise College and Westwood Woodland Park and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Butlocks Heath itself: Netley station. Nearby you will also find Westquay (3.4 miles north-west) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (2.2 miles east). Open spaces near Butlocks Heath include Mercury Marshes.
How we price flat roof surveys
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Questions from Butlocks Heath
How do I find out if my home in Butlocks Heath 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 Butlocks Heath within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. Where the source is not obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. We record any we can see, with photos.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are typically where trouble starts. Every upstand and edge is checked, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
Other services in Butlocks Heath
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
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.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Around Butlocks Heath, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.