Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Elstree
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Elstree. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
About our flat roof survey in Elstree
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a report with photos and our recommendations. We survey felt flat roofs, mastic asphalt and upstands and outlets, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are a sagging deck under the covering and upstands pulling away from walls.
In a small place like Elstree, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Elstree (WD6)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Book a survey every few years
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for a Basic Survey, 24 to 48 hours for a Standard Survey and the same day for a Premium Survey.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Elstree questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Elstree?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Elstree is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Is my home in Elstree listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Elstree can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
Flat roof surveys around Elstree
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. The wider area around Elstree has a long history of building, with Headstone Manor about 4.1 miles south-west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you let a flat or house near Elstree & Borehamwood station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Nicholas, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Nicholas Elstree Church of England VA Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Elstree is about 2 miles south-west of Borehamwood, in Hertfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Elstree can all book flat roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Elstree is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover for flat roof surveys. London is in our area too.
Every address in WD6 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on High Street, West View Gardens and Summer Grove and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Elstree: Deacon's Hill (1 mile east), Edgware Bury (1 mile south-east), Broadfields Estate (2 miles south-east), Borehamwood (2 miles north-east) and Edgware (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (5 miles west), Hemel Hempstead (10 miles north-west), St Albans (8 miles north), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles north-east), Harpenden (12 miles north) and Hoddesdon (14 miles north-east).
Around Elstree
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Holly Bush pub, London Academy and Aldenham Country Park. For rail, the closest station is Elstree & Borehamwood station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Elstree and Borehamwood Museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (0.8 miles south). For a walk, there’s Darland's Lake and Edgware Way Grassland.
Places near Elstree
Also in Elstree
Landlords, agents and block managers in Elstree
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Landlords and letting agents in Elstree book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Why act early in Elstree
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, while there is still time to plan the work. Older cottages and farmhouses around Elstree can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.