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Flat roof survey in Coombe, Greater London
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Coombe? We carry out flat roof surveys in Coombe and across Greater London.
- Outlets that hold water back
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
How a flat roof survey works in Coombe
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. We survey mastic asphalt, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass, and people most often book us about failed seals around rooflight kerbs and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall.
Across London, flat roofs are everywhere, from back additions and dormers to roof terraces, blocks of flats and offices. They’re covered in felt, asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass or single-ply membranes, and each fails in its own way. In Coombe, as anywhere in London, the right approach depends on what the roof is made of. Older flat roofs are often felt or asphalt, newer ones rubber or GRP.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Coombe (KT2, KT3, SW20)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey does not cover
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
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What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
Where a flat roof meets a wall, the upstand has to stay sealed as the building moves. We look for splits, gaps and failed flashings over the top.
Felt and built-up roofs
On felt, the upstands and edge details often fail before the main surface. Every upstand and edge is checked, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is frequently on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it helps to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Coombe runs like any other.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We check the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Coombe, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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What affects the price in Coombe
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Height and safe access
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Why act early in Coombe
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the people who use the building. In Coombe, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Photos and a written report every time
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Coombe
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Flat and commercial roofs around Coombe
Historic houses like Southside House, about 1.4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Coombe goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For an older house near a landmark such as Christ Church New Malden, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear. Landlords with a home close to Norbiton station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you run a business near Bentall Centre, flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling.
Coombe is about 1 mile north of New Malden, in Greater London. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Coombe. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London.
We survey roofs across KT2, KT3 and SW20 for flat roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on West Road, Crown Road and Traps Lane and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Motspur Park (1 mile south-east), Coombe Hill (1 mile north), Kingston Vale (1 mile north-east), Norbiton (1 mile south-west) and New Malden (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles north-east), City of Westminster (8 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north-east), St Pancras (10 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Coombe
Around Coombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Canbury School, Coombe Girls' School and The Royal Oak Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Norbiton station, about 1 mile south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bentall Centre (1.8 miles west) and White Lodge Museum (1.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Kew Gardens Lake and Kingston Hill Road area.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Coombe
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Coombe?
It depends on the street. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Coombe?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Coombe is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure isn’t something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photographs, 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.