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Flat roof survey in Fishbourne, Isle of Wight
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Fishbourne and the rest of the Isle of Wight. We survey on any day of the week.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Standing water left after rain
Useful tips for Fishbourne property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and remind them never to step on rooflights or fragile sheets.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fishbourne
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a report with photographs and our recommendations. If you are worried about signs of deflection in the roof deck and loose or cracked edge trims, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Fishbourne are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Fishbourne (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in Fishbourne
Fishbourne is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Ryde Esplanade station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take an older house close to St. Edmund's Church: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Fishbourne is about 2 miles west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We visit Fishbourne as part of our work across the Isle of Wight. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Fishbourne and the places around it. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Flat roof surveys in PO33 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Kite Hill, Ashlake Farm Lane and Ashlake Copse Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Fishbourne sits on or near the B3331, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Fishbourne: Wootton (1 mile west), Havenstreet (1 mile south), Hillgrove (2 miles south-west), Whippingham (2 miles west) and Staplers (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Newport (4 miles south-west), Cowes (4 miles north-west), Sandown (6 miles south-east), Shanklin (7 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (3 miles north-west). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landmarks near Fishbourne
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ryde Academy and The Fishbourne pub, among other places. Fishbourne’s nearest station is Ryde Esplanade station, roughly 2.5 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Mary's Hospital (3.9 miles west) and East Cowes Castle (3.8 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
Do you need a flat roof survey in Fishbourne?
Flat roofs often get walked on for other jobs: 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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
- A sagging deck under the covering
Historic houses such as Osborne House, about 2.8 miles north-west, show how far back building around Fishbourne goes. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Common questions in Fishbourne
Is the coastal weather around Fishbourne hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
Is Fishbourne within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
How do I book a survey in Fishbourne?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Fishbourne, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. We record any we can see, with photos.
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. Our report sets out its condition and the areas most at risk.