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Flat roof survey in Crofton, Hampshire
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Crofton? We carry out flat roof surveys in Crofton and across Hampshire.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- A sagging deck under the covering
How a flat roof survey works in Crofton
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. We survey single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass, and people most frequently book us about blisters and bubbles in the covering and loose or cracked edge trims.
Some older homes in villages like Crofton are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Crofton (PO14, PO13)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Crofton
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. It usually comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Splits and cracks in the covering
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Crofton School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their report turnaround times
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Surveys for landlords and agents in Crofton
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Flat roof surveys around Crofton
Crofton lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. The streets around a church like Peel Common Mission Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Crofton is about 1 mile east of Stubbington, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Crofton, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Crofton.
We survey roofs across the PO14 and PO13 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Mark's Road, Gosport Road and Newgate Lane or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Crofton, we cover Peel Common (1 mile east), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Fareham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Crofton
In Crofton, that means homes and buildings near Baycroft School and Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit and the streets around them. The closest station to Crofton is Fareham station, about 2.1 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
Also near Crofton
Other services in Crofton
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
How we price flat roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Our price is 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.
What to tell us when you get in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Common questions in Crofton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crofton?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is the coastal weather around Crofton hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We don’t put a figure on it. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
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’re allowed to reach.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and it is not a structural engineer’s report.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It is written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. For a village or hamlet like Crofton, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.