Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Exton
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Exton? We carry out flat roof surveys in Exton and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
How a flat roof survey works in Exton
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. If part of the roof cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so the limits of the survey are clear. Typical surveys look at failed upstands where the roof meets a wall and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, across single-ply membranes, felt flat roofs and mastic asphalt.
In a small place like Exton, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Exton (SO32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
How we price flat roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Exton, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. 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.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Flat roofs in Exton
Hinton Ampner House, about 4.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Exton. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Meonstoke Church of England Infant School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Exton is about 7 miles north-west of Horndean, in Hampshire. Exton is one of many places we visit across Hampshire. Exton is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SO32 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Shoe Lane, Church Lane and Beacon Hill Lane. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Corhampton (1 mile south), Meonstoke (1 mile south), Brockbridge (1 mile south), Droxford (2 miles south) and Soberton (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (12 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (10 miles west), Fareham (10 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Exton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Shoe Inn, among other places. Open spaces near Exton include St Clair's Meadow and Beacon Hill.
Why act early in Exton
Flat roofs can’t typically be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Exton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Exton
Letting agents and landlords in Exton book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Exton: your questions answered
Is my home in Exton listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Exton in the area you cover?
Yes, Exton is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 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 find a day that suits.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and it isn’t a structural engineer’s report.