West Berkshire · London and the South East
Frilsham Flat Roof Survey
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Frilsham? You can book a flat roof survey in Frilsham and across West Berkshire.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Ponding water that does not drain away
How a flat roof survey works in Frilsham
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it is doing helps you plan what comes next. Typical surveys look at blocked or damaged outlets and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, on felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt.
Some older homes in villages like Frilsham 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. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Frilsham (RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Older rural homes like those around Frilsham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Frilsham
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
Flat roof surveys around Frilsham
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Yattendon C.E. Primary School, a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. For landlords with property near Midgham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Frilsham is about 4 miles north-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Roofs in Frilsham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Berkshire. Frilsham is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We work across RG18 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Beechfield Lane, Hatchets Lane and Chapel Lane. If you are just outside Frilsham, we cover Yattendon (1 mile north-east), Wellhouse (2 miles west), Little Hungerford (2 miles west), Hampstead Norreys (2 miles north-west) and Oare (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (6 miles south-west), Thatcham (4 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (8 miles south-east), Speenhamland (6 miles south-west), Hungerford (13 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Frilsham
We work in homes and buildings around The Pot Kiln pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Midgham station, roughly 4.3 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.7 miles south-west) and Yattendon Castle (1 mile north). Green spaces nearby include Nature Discovery Centre.
Frilsham questions
Is Frilsham in the area you cover?
Yes, Frilsham is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property.
Is my home in Frilsham listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
Our survey looks across the whole roof, not only above the stain. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is checked. If the cause cannot be seen, we will say so and suggest what would help.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
What does the report include?
A report with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Common roof problems in Frilsham
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. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked or split membrane
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Leaks around rooflights
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
The streets around a church such as Church of St Frideswide are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
What to check before booking
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their report turnaround times
- Are they insured for the work?
Prices for flat roof surveys in Frilsham
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are normally where trouble starts. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Frilsham
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.