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Flat Roof Survey in Dawesgreen
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in Dawesgreen and across Surrey.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in Dawesgreen
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can point to poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that is deflecting. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. We survey single-ply membranes, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are splits and cracks in the covering and raised blisters across the surface.
Somewhere as small as Dawesgreen, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Dawesgreen (RH2)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Dawesgreen
Is Dawesgreen within the area you cover?
Yes, Dawesgreen is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is Dawesgreen in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is looked at. If the cause can’t be seen, we will say so and suggest what would help.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys normally lasts longer.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Dawesgreen
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Owners frequently learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. In a place like Dawesgreen, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
- Photographs and a written report every time
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Dawesgreen, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
Also near Dawesgreen
What else we do in Dawesgreen
Local flat roofs in Dawesgreen
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Anyone responsible for a site like Burys Court School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Dawesgreen is about 3 miles south-west of Reigate, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Dawesgreen, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Flat roof surveys in RH2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Tapner's Road and Bunce Common Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Dawesgreen, we cover Leigh (1 mile south-east), Bunce Common (1 mile west), Strood Green (1 mile north-west), Irons Bottom (2 miles east) and Brockham (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles west), Epsom (9 miles north), Horley (4 miles south-east), Redhill (4 miles north-east), Ewell (10 miles north) and Reigate (3 miles north-east).
Near you in Dawesgreen
Around Dawesgreen, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Seven Stars Public House, among other places. The closest station to Dawesgreen is Betchworth station, roughly 2.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include East Surrey Hospital (4 miles east) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Dawesgreen includes Reigate Heath and Colley Hill.
What we’re asked to look at in Dawesgreen
Buyers frequently book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Building owners and managing agents book to plan maintenance, or before a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photographs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Landlords with a home close to Betchworth station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether VAT is added on top