Flat Roof Survey in Duns Tew

How a flat roof survey works in Duns Tew

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 are worried about raised blisters across the surface and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs alike.

Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Duns Tew take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.

You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.

How we price flat roof surveys

All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:

• Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
• Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
• Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
• Basic, Standard or Premium

Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.

Helping us price your survey

To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:

• Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
• Dates you’re working to, like exchange
• Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
• The address and postcode of the property

To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.

What we can’t see

To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:

• Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
• Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
• Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos

Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.

What this survey covers

• Upstands and outlets
• Felt flat roofs
• GRP fibreglass
• Single-ply membranes
• Mastic asphalt
• EPDM rubber

What we’re asked to look at in Duns Tew

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. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.

Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:

• Blocked or damaged outlets
• Leaks around rooflights
• Edge trims that have lifted or split
• Standing water left after rain

If you let a flat or house near Heyford station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.

What to check before booking

• What they won’t be able to tell you
• Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
• How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
• When you will get the report

What to expect from a roof survey

Practical tips

Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:

• Book a survey every few years
• Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
• Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
• Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering

Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, so you can talk the findings through.

Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.