Hampshire · London and the South East
East Wellow Flat Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in East Wellow, with photographs and a written report.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Upstands pulling away from walls
How a flat roof survey works in East Wellow
Every flat roof covering tends to fail in its own way. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Once you know the covering and its condition, planning the next step is far easier. We survey mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are signs of deflection in the roof deck and outlets choked with leaves and silt.
Older buildings in small places like East Wellow may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- East Wellow (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in East Wellow
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. In time, the covering dries out, cracks and loosens at its edges and laps. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Leaks around rooflights
If you own a rental within reach of Romsey station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Towns and villages near East Wellow
Other services in East Wellow
Useful tips for East Wellow property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Flat roof surveys around East Wellow
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. The wider area around East Wellow has a long history of building, with Landford Manor about 2.8 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Margaret, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Wellow School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
East Wellow is about 4 miles south-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in East Wellow and nearby. East Wellow is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for flat roof surveys. You can also see our page for Southampton.
All of SO51 is covered for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Fielders Way, Crosfield Close and The Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Blackhill (1 mile south-west), West Wellow (1 mile north-west), Canada (1 mile west), Wigley (2 miles south-east) and Ower (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Totton (4 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles east), Hedge End (12 miles east) and Lymington (15 miles south).
Local landmarks in East Wellow
We work in homes and buildings around Embley and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Romsey station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Copythorne Common.
East Wellow: your questions answered
Is my home in East Wellow listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out roof surveys in East Wellow?
Yes, East Wellow is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Why act early in East Wellow
Before replacing a flat roof, it’s useful to know if you really need to. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. Outbuildings and barns around East Wellow are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like East Wellow, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it is 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.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.