Hampshire · London and the South East
Emery Down Flat Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Emery Down.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Standing water left after rain
- A sagging deck under the covering
Flat roof surveys around Emery Down
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Emery Down, and like offices and blocks, hotels frequently sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Emery Down is about 5 miles south-west of Totton, in Hampshire. Roofs in Emery Down get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: SO43. That includes homes and businesses on Garden Close, Northerwood Avenue and Silver Street. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Lyndhurst (1 mile east), Balmerlawn (3 miles south), Ashurst (4 miles north-east), Brockenhurst (4 miles south) and Colbury (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Totton (5 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles east), Lymington (8 miles south) and Romsey (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Emery Down
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Swan Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ashurst New Forest station, about 2.9 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ashurst Hospital (3.1 miles north-east) and National Dairy Museum (3.9 miles east). Not far away are Copythorne Common.
Flat roof survey in Emery Down: what you get
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photographs and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you’ve noticed damaged trims at the roof edge and blistering in felt or asphalt, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Emery Down 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, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Emery Down (SO43)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What made you get in touch
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Emery Down
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Emery Down
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Emery Down, like hotels?
Yes. As well as homes, we look at flat roofs on offices, hotels, blocks of flats and commercial units. For a bigger roof, you’ll get a quote based on the building.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Emery Down?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What does a roof survey cost?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What do I do with the report?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Nearby places to Emery Down
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When to book a survey in Emery Down
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
Look out for signs like these:
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Cracked or split membrane
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Emery Down means lost rooms as well as repairs.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Will the report include photos?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Emery Down, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.