Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Fox
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fox. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
How a flat roof survey works in Fox
Offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats often sit under large flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photos so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so it helps if you phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. If you’ve noticed blocked or damaged outlets and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Fox take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Fox (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You will spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
The survey, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report. As for time on site, most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Fox can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- 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.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Related advice
Flat and commercial roofs around Fox
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently 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. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Amport Church of England Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you let a flat or house near Grateley station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Fox is about 5 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Fox is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Fox is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Every address in SP11 is covered for flat roof surveys. If you are just outside Fox, we cover Amport (1 mile north-east), Monxton (1 mile north-east), Abbotts Ann (2 miles east), Kentsboro (2 miles south) and Little Ann (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (5 miles east), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Fox
For rail, the closest station is Grateley station, about 2.1 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
Nearby places to Fox
Other services in Fox
Landlord and commercial surveys in Fox
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
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.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Fox
The details are often where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
FAQs for Fox
Is Fox in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Fox is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Is Fox within the area you cover?
Yes, Fox is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure is not something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.