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Flat roof survey in Chobham, Surrey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Chobham, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in Chobham
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We are frequently asked to look into raised blisters across the surface and blocked or damaged outlets, on mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and single-ply membranes.
In a smaller place like Chobham, some flat roofs sit in the open, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Chobham (GU24)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Chobham is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Chobham
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. After that, the cost of any work is yours. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. In an older home around Chobham, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
FAQs for Chobham
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chobham?
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.
Will you come out to Chobham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain usually needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building, and it is not a structural engineer’s report. It often sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
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 use the contact form when you’re ready.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Chobham
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Historic houses like Botleys Mansion, about 3.2 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Chobham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take a building like St Lawrence CofE (Aided) Primary School: a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own a rental within reach of Longcross station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Chobham is about 3 miles north-west of Woking, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Chobham across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Chobham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Every address in GU24 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on High Street, Back of High Street and Station Road and the roads around them. You’ll find Chobham on the A319, which makes it simple to reach. If you’re just outside Chobham, we cover Coxhill Green (1 mile south-west), Castle Green (1 mile south-west), Penny Pot (1 mile south-west), Brick Hill (2 miles north-west) and West End (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south), Woking (3 miles south-east), Camberley (6 miles west), Epsom (14 miles east), Farnham (13 miles south-west) and Ewell (15 miles east).
Near you in Chobham
We work in homes and buildings around Milford Green and Coxhill Green, The Sun Public House and Woking High School. The closest station to Chobham is Longcross station, about 2.3 miles north of the centre. A little further out are The Peacocks (2.9 miles south-east) and Brookwood Hospital (2.7 miles south). Not far away are Gracious Pond and Virginia Water Lake.
What we’re asked to look at in Chobham
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Common reasons to book include:
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Lawrence, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the survey will not cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What insurance they carry