Hampshire · London and the South East
Dibden Purlieu Flat Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Dibden Purlieu, with photos and a written report.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Outlets that hold water back
Prices for flat roof surveys in Dibden Purlieu
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Flat roof survey in Dibden Purlieu
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. The photographed record helps you plan and budget for work. Commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so it helps if you phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. If you’ve noticed ponding water that doesn’t drain away and loose or cracked edge trims, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Dibden Purlieu, some flat roofs sit in the open, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Dibden Purlieu (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Dibden Purlieu
Other services in Dibden Purlieu
Flat roofs in Dibden Purlieu
Dibden Purlieu lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you run a business near Westquay, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wildground Infant School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Dibden Purlieu is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Dibden Purlieu, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small.
Flat roof surveys in SO45 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Haynes Way, Beaulieu Road and Noads Way or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Hythe (1 mile north-east), Dibden (1 mile north-west), The Hummicks (3 miles south), Beaulieu (3 miles south-west) and Marchwood (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (6 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Dibden Purlieu
Around Dibden Purlieu, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Testwood School and Noadswood School. The nearest railway station is Southampton Town Quay station, about 2.8 miles north. A little further out are Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.8 miles south-west) and Netley Castle (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Dibden Purlieu includes Mercury Marshes.
Common questions in Dibden Purlieu
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Dibden Purlieu?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is the coastal weather around Dibden Purlieu 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 is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The report follows by email.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Look for standing water a day after rain
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. It’s your choice who carries out the work and when.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
What we’re asked to look at in Dibden Purlieu
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. Each visit can damage a covering not made for regular foot traffic. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Splits and cracks in the covering
If you own a rental within reach of Southampton Town Quay station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. A visit to Dibden Purlieu is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Dibden Purlieu
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes