Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Forty Green, Buckinghamshire
Flat roof surveys in Forty Green, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
Flat roof survey in Forty Green
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey EPDM rubber, single-ply membranes and upstands and outlets, and common reasons people get in touch are edge trims that have lifted or split and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall.
Somewhere as small as Forty Green, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Forty Green (HP27)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a close look.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What we are asked to look at in Forty Green
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
If you own a rental within reach of Princes Risborough station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs. On timing, it usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Forty Green, 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a report with photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Forty Green
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Flat roofs in Forty Green
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around Forty Green has a long history of building, with Adwell House about 4.8 miles south-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Forty Green is about 4 miles south-east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. In Forty Green, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Forty Green is one of the places in Buckinghamshire we cover for flat roof surveys. Oxford is in our area too.
All of HP27 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Forty Green: Henton (1 mile south), Holly Green (1 mile east), Skittle Green (1 mile south-east), Pitch Green (1 mile east) and Bledlow (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (7 miles north-east), High Wycombe (9 miles south-east), Chesham (12 miles east), Marlow (12 miles south-east), Amersham (13 miles east) and Beaconsfield (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Forty Green
In Forty Green, that means homes and buildings near The Peacock Country Inn, among other places. The closest station to Forty Green is Princes Risborough station, about 2.3 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Thame Community Hospital (3.4 miles north-west) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (4.1 miles east). Not far away are Beacon Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
FAQs for Forty Green
Will you come out to Forty Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is Forty Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Forty Green is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.