West Berkshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Catmore
Flat roof surveys in Catmore, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Flat and commercial roofs around Catmore
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For any home in Catmore, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Catmore is about 6 miles south-east of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Wherever you are in Catmore, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Catmore is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Catmore include Farnborough (2 miles north-west), Brightwalton (2 miles west), Stanmore (2 miles south-east), Brightwalton Green (2 miles south-west) and West Ilsley (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south), Hungerford (10 miles south-west) and Calcot (14 miles south-east).
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Catmore
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. 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. Common reasons to book are cracked or split membrane and a sagging deck under the covering, across GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and mastic asphalt.
In a small place like Catmore, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Catmore (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Cottages and farmhouses around Catmore often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- 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.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
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 the findings.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Catmore questions
Is Catmore within the area you cover?
Yes, Catmore is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Catmore?
Yes, Catmore is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. A commercial roof usually takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Roof by roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
Why get it checked now?
A small split in a flat roof is usually a modest job when it’s found early. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. Outbuildings and barns around Catmore are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Why book us in Catmore
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
When to book a survey in Catmore
A buyer’s general survey frequently recommends a closer look at a flat roof. Building owners and managing agents book to plan maintenance, or before a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
Common reasons to book include:
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Margaret, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their insurance cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see