Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Gosmore
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Gosmore and the rest of Hertfordshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. For a village or hamlet like Gosmore, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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About our flat roof survey in Gosmore
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it is worth knowing its condition before exchange. Many felt roofs need renewing after around 15 to 20 years, and EPDM and GRP often go on for longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with photographs of each. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. Typical surveys look at loose or cracked edge trims and splits and cracks in the covering, on upstands and outlets, GRP fibreglass and mastic asphalt.
In a small place like Gosmore, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Gosmore (SG4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Gosmore
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. People normally call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Landlords with a home close to Hitchin station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon the report will arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
Nearby places to Gosmore
Also in Gosmore
Roof by roof
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. The report shows where it’s cracking and how far it seems to extend.
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Cracking where boards meet or where the deck moves is a common early sign of trouble.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Gosmore
A small split in a flat roof is typically a modest job when it’s found early. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. In a small place like Gosmore, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Gosmore
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 20 years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Gosmore
With Knebworth House about 4.7 miles south-east, Gosmore sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Within a mile and a half or so of Gosmore there are several hotels. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
The streets around a church like Church of St Ippolyts (church of England) are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Gosmore means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Gosmore is about 1 mile south of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Gosmore, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Gosmore is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Here we cover the SG4 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on London Road, Mill Lane and Orchard Close or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Gosmore: St Ippolyts (1 mile east), St Ibbs (1 mile south-east), Sperberry Hill (1 mile south-east), Charlton (1 mile north-west) and Little Almshoe (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Hemel Hempstead (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (4 miles south-east), St Albans (13 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (10 miles south), Harpenden (9 miles south-west) and Hatfield (12 miles south).
Landmarks near Gosmore
We work in homes and buildings around St Mary's Church, Butts Close and The Bird in Hand pub. Other local landmarks include Hitchin Girls' School (1.1 miles north) and Kingshott School (0.8 miles north-east). Gosmore’s nearest station is Hitchin station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are North Hertfordshire Museum (1.3 miles north) and Wymondley Castle (1.7 miles east). Open spaces near Gosmore include Markham's Hill and Purwell Ninesprings.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
FAQs for Gosmore
Is Gosmore within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Gosmore, like hotels?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.