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Flat roof survey in Castle Green, Surrey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Castle Green and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- A sagging deck under the covering
Flat roof survey in Castle Green
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls 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 survey single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are ponding water that doesn’t drain away and outlets that hold water back.
In a village or hamlet like Castle Green, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Castle Green (GU24)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Castle Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
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Castle Green: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Castle Green?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Castle Green?
Yes. Castle Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Castle Green?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Common roof problems in Castle Green
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Outlets that hold water back
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Pools of water lying on the roof
If you live in an older home near Church of St Lawrence, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Questions to ask before you book
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Castle Green
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Flat roof surveys in Castle Green: local notes
Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Botleys Mansion, about 4.2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Castle Green. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you let a flat or house near Brookwood station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you run a business near The Peacocks, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks.
Castle Green is about 2 miles north-west of Woking, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Castle Green, we can come and survey your property. Castle Green is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
All of GU24 is covered for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Scotts Grove Road, Guildford Road and Scott's Grove Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Penny Pot (1 mile north-west), Coxhill Green (1 mile north-east), Chobham (1 mile north-east), West End (1 mile west) and Bisley (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (6 miles south), Camberley (5 miles west), Epsom (15 miles east), Farnham (12 miles south-west), Ewell (15 miles east) and Egham (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Castle Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Sun Public House, Gordon's School and Milford Green and Coxhill Green. For rail, the closest station is Brookwood station, about 2.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Brookwood Hospital (1.6 miles south) and Chobham Museum (0.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Brookwood Lye.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.