West Berkshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Donnington, West Berkshire
Independent flat roof surveys in Donnington. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Outlets that hold water back
- Water getting in at rooflights
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Donnington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
About our flat roof survey in Donnington
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. Common reasons to book are damaged trims at the roof edge and standing water left after rain, on felt flat roofs, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass.
Older buildings in small places like Donnington may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Donnington (RG14)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Why act early in Donnington
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. For an older or listed building in a place like Donnington, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photos and a written report every time
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Donnington
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Raised blisters across the surface
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What happens after the report arrives
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Landlords, agents and block managers in Donnington
Landlords, agents and building managers in Donnington and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Local flat roofs in Donnington
The wider area around Donnington has a long history of building, with Shaw House about 0.7 miles south-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Donnington, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use. Landlords with a home close to Newbury station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Donnington is about 1 mile north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Surveys in Donnington work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Across West Berkshire, we cover Donnington and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Reading.
We cover every part of RG14 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include The Orchids, The Redcoats and Cannon Close, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Speenhamland (1 mile south), Shaw (1 mile south-east), Bagnor (1 mile south-west), Speen (1 mile south-west) and Stockcross (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Thatcham (3 miles east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Hungerford (8 miles west), Calcot (12 miles east), Lambourn (11 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Donnington
In Donnington, that means homes and buildings near Trinity School, Victoria Park and The Castle pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Newbury station, roughly 1.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Donnington Castle (within half a mile west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Rack Marsh.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are normally where trouble starts. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. The survey checks for cracking at board joints, at the edge trims and where the roof meets walls.
Questions from Donnington
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Donnington?
Yes. As well as homes, we look at flat roofs on offices, hotels, blocks of flats and commercial units. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
Will you come out to Donnington?
Yes, Donnington is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.