Hampshire · London and the South East
Cottonworth Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Cottonworth, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
About our flat roof survey in Cottonworth
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We’re frequently asked to look into signs of deflection in the roof deck and loose or cracked edge trims, across EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and single-ply membranes.
Somewhere as small as Cottonworth, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Cottonworth (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is frequently a small repair. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. Around Cottonworth, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- PI and public liability insurance
Common roof problems in Cottonworth
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. That movement pulls at seams, laps and the joints between boards, and in time it can open up splits and cracks. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Less: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the survey won’t cover
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their track record with similar roofs
Cottonworth: your questions answered
Is Cottonworth within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Cottonworth?
Yes, Cottonworth is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t put a figure on it. As a guide, felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. We will confirm the timing when booking.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What’s in the survey report?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
Flat roof surveys in Cottonworth: local notes
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you let a flat or house near Andover station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Cottonworth is about 4 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Cottonworth. Our Hampshire coverage includes Cottonworth and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Fullerton (1 mile south-west), Chilbolton (1 mile east), Wherwell (1 mile north-east), Wherwell Wood (1 mile north) and Leckford (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles south), Andover (4 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south), Romsey (11 miles south) and Hyde (9 miles south-east).
Around Cottonworth
In Cottonworth, that means homes and buildings near Longstock Park and Abbots Mitre pub. The nearest railway station is Andover station, about 4.1 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.4 miles north) and Andover Museum (3.8 miles north). For a walk, there’s Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Roof by roof
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
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 happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Cottonworth needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
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.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.