Hampshire · London and the South East
Hattingley Flat Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Hattingley, with photos and a clear written report.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
Flat roof survey in Hattingley
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. On a roof like this, a survey shows where the covering is wearing, where water is ponding and which outlets need attention. The photographed record helps you plan and budget for work. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so it helps if you call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. If you’ve noticed raised blisters across the surface and leaks around rooflights, we can find out what’s behind it, on single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass alike.
Some older homes in villages like Hattingley are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Hattingley (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Hattingley questions
How do I find out if my home in Hattingley is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Hattingley in the area you cover?
Yes, Hattingley is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Hattingley as anywhere else.
Will I get photos?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
What happens next?
You’ll get the report by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
We don’t test for asbestos. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, such as old cement sheeting, the report flags them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure isn’t 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.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
Flat roof surveys in Hattingley: local notes
Bentworth Hall, about 1.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hattingley. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Medstead Church of England Primary School will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Hattingley is about 5 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. Surveys in Hattingley work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Hampshire coverage includes Hattingley. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in South Town (1 mile east), New Copse (1 mile north-east), Soldridge (2 miles south), Medstead (2 miles south-east) and Holt End (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles north), Winchester (11 miles south-west), Fleet (15 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles east), Petersfield (11 miles south-east) and Bordon (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hattingley
Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (1.4 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (4.1 miles east). The countryside around Hattingley includes King's Hill.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hattingley
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
Common roof problems in Hattingley
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Cracked or split membrane
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Standing water left after rain
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Andrew, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Also near Hattingley
What else we do in Hattingley
What happens if roof problems are left?
Flat roofs can’t typically be seen from the street, so they’re frequently overlooked. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older roofs in small places like Hattingley can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Hattingley, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.