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Flat roof survey in Hartley Wespall, Hampshire
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Hartley Wespall? We carry out flat roof surveys in Hartley Wespall and across Hampshire.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blocked or damaged outlets
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
About our flat roof survey in Hartley Wespall
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It helps to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it is holding up and any defects we can see, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. Typical surveys look at outlets that hold water back and blisters and bubbles in the covering, across felt flat roofs, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass.
Somewhere as small as Hartley Wespall, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
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, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Hartley Wespall (RG27)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Flat roofs cannot usually be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. In a place like Hartley Wespall, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Hartley Wespall
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Prices that include VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Hartley Wespall
With Stratfield Saye House about 2.3 miles north, Hartley Wespall 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 a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. 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 such as Sherfield School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you own a rental within reach of Bramley (Hants) station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Blessed Virgin, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Hartley Wespall is about 6 miles north-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Roofs in Hartley Wespall get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Hartley Wespall. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RG27 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Rotherwick Lane and Mill Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Spanish Green (1 mile north-west), Sherfield on Loddon (1 mile west), Church End (2 miles south-west), Bramley Green (2 miles west) and Stratfield Saye (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles east).
Around Hartley Wespall
We work in homes and buildings around The Cricketers Public House, among other places. The closest station to Hartley Wespall is Bramley (Hants) station, about 2.8 miles west. A little further out are West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.1 miles east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include The Mill Field.
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Hartley Wespall, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Common questions in Hartley Wespall
Do you cover Hartley Wespall?
Yes, Hartley Wespall is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Hartley Wespall within the area you cover?
Yes, Hartley Wespall is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Asbestos testing isn’t part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, such as cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you do not know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.