Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Goose Green, Hertfordshire
We carry out flat roof surveys in Goose Green and the rest of Hertfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Cracked or split membrane
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Flat roof survey in Goose Green
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. Common reasons to book are raised blisters across the surface and leaks around rooflights, across upstands and outlets, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes.
Somewhere as small as Goose 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. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Goose Green (EN11)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Goose Green: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Goose Green?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Goose Green?
Yes, Goose Green is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
Our survey doesn’t include asbestos testing. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for instance in cement roof sheets. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it’s disturbed.
Do you go up onto the roof?
It depends on what’s safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Do you look in the loft space?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Goose Green
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Goose Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Goose Green
Buyers frequently book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Building owners and managing agents book to plan maintenance, or before a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photos.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Anyone responsible for a site like Westfield Community Primary School will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What follow-up you get after the report
Local flat roofs in Goose Green
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. 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 check with the council.
If you let a flat or house near Broxbourne station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Goose Green is about 1 mile north-west of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Goose Green is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. You can also see our page for London.
All of EN11 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in High Leigh (1 mile east), Woollensbrook (1 mile north-east), Hoddesdon (1 mile south-east), Broxbourne (1 mile south-east) and Little Amwell (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (12 miles north-west), St Albans (12 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (11 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles west), Harpenden (14 miles west) and Cheshunt (4 miles south).
What’s near Goose Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Barclay Park, Robert Barclay Academy and King William IV Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Broxbourne station, about 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hertford County Hospital (3 miles north-west) and Lowewood Museum (1.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Goose Green include Danemead and Cheshunt Lake.
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How we price flat roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.