Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Hannington, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Hannington. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Standing water left after rain
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hannington
A flat roof doesn’t 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. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. Common reasons to book are splits and cracks in the covering and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, across EPDM rubber, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Hannington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Hannington (RG26)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Book a survey every few years
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hannington
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Hannington?
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. 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 often the first things to fail.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Outlets that hold water back
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
If you own a rental within reach of Overton station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their report turnaround times
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Common questions in Hannington
Do you cover smaller places like Hannington?
Yes, Hannington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Hannington listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a 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.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Flat roof surveys in Hannington: local notes
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. 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. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Hannington is about 5 miles south-west of Tadley, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hannington can all book flat roof surveys. Across Hampshire, we cover Hannington. There is also a page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: RG26. Local streets include Meadham Lane and Ibworth Lane, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Hannington, we cover Kingsclere (2 miles north-west), Ibworth (2 miles south-east), Wolverton (2 miles north-east), Townsend (2 miles north-east) and Wolverton Common (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles south-east), Tadley (5 miles north-east), Hook (12 miles east) and Popley (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Hannington
Around Hannington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Vine pub, among other places. The closest station to Hannington is Overton station, about 3.4 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Park Prewett Hospital (4.8 miles east). Not far away are Ladle Hill.
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Hannington
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
Also near Hannington
More services for Hannington
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Cottages and farmhouses around Hannington often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.