Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Dunbridge, Hampshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings around Dunbridge, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- A sagging deck under the covering
Flat roof survey in Dunbridge
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. If you’ve noticed blistering in felt or asphalt and ponding water that doesn’t drain away, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Dunbridge are 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. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Dunbridge (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on the findings.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass
A well-laid GRP roof frequently lasts up to about 30 years. Cracking where boards meet or where the deck moves is a common early sign of trouble.
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Dunbridge
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Older and listed buildings around Dunbridge may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 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.
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Dunbridge, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
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Flat and commercial roofs around Dunbridge
With Mottisfont Abbey about 0.7 miles north-east, Dunbridge sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Andrew are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. For landlords with property near Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you look after a building like Awbridge Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Dunbridge is about 4 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Dunbridge. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SO51 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Mottisfont (1 mile north-east), Kimbridge (1 mile south-east), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-east), Carter's Clay (1 mile south-west) and Lockerley (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Around Dunbridge
Around Dunbridge, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House, among other places. Dunbridge has its own railway station: Mottisfont & Dunbridge station. Nearby you’ll also find Romsey Community Hospital (3.9 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.5 miles south-east).
Questions from Dunbridge
Is Dunbridge within the area you cover?
Yes, Dunbridge is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is Dunbridge in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Dunbridge is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.