Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Deadwater
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Deadwater. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Loose or cracked edge trims
Flat roof survey in Deadwater
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. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you are worried about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and water getting in at rooflights, we can find out what’s behind it, on mastic asphalt, single-ply membranes and felt flat roofs alike.
In smaller places like Deadwater, flat roofs are mostly on extensions, garages, porches and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. Ponding, splits and lifting edges are the signs to look for from a window.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Deadwater (GU35)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Deadwater
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
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What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Why get it checked now?
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. Homes in smaller places like Deadwater can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for Deadwater property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
FAQs for Deadwater
Do you carry out roof surveys in Deadwater?
Yes, Deadwater is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Deadwater is listed?
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.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you do not know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
What will the report tell me?
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 inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Flat roof surveys in Deadwater: 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. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Take an older house close to St Mark's Sacred Church: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For landlords with property near Liphook station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Mill Chase Academy, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Deadwater is about 1 mile east of Bordon, in Hampshire. We visit Deadwater as part of our work across Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Deadwater and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: GU35. Streets in the area include Alma Road, Varna Road and Rowan Road. If you are just outside Deadwater, we cover Lindford (1 mile north-east), Bordon (1 mile west), Hollywater (1 mile south), Standford (1 mile south-east) and Pinewood Village (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (10 miles north-east), Alton (6 miles north-west) and Petersfield (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Deadwater
We work in homes and buildings around Weyford Nursery and Primary School, among other places. The closest station to Deadwater is Liphook station, roughly 3.6 miles south-east. A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Deadwater Valley and Selborne Hill.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a smaller place like Deadwater, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Deadwater, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.