Surrey · London and the South East
Gatton Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Gatton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Gatton
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We survey GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber, and people most often book us about splits and cracks in the covering and leaks around rooflights.
Older buildings in small places like Gatton may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Gatton (RH2, RH1)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Gatton property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, so you can talk the findings through.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Flat roof surveys around Gatton
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Lime Tree Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Belfry, flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling. Take an older house close to St Andrew's Church: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Gatton is about 2 miles north of Redhill, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Gatton, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: RH2 and RH1. We cover properties on Rocky Lane and Gatton Bottom. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include South Merstham (1 mile east), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-east), Merstham (1 mile north-east), Mugswell (1 mile north-west) and Redhill (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (13 miles north-west), Caterham (4 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west).
Landmarks near Gatton
Around Gatton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near East Surrey College, Nutfield Marshes and St Bede's School. The nearest railway station is Merstham station, roughly 1 mile east of the centre. A little further out are East Surrey Hospital (3.1 miles south) and The Belfry (1.6 miles south). The countryside around Gatton includes Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Gatton
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.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before replacing a flat roof, it helps to know if you really need to. Sometimes some details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Gatton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, frequently laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
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Gatton: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Gatton?
Yes, Gatton is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Is Gatton within the area you cover?
Yes. Gatton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is checked. If the cause can’t be seen, we’ll say so and suggest what would help.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Gatton, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.