Hampshire · London and the South East
Hedge End Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Hedge End. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Standing water left after rain
Useful tips for Hedge End property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on what we found.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
How a flat roof survey works in Hedge End
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. We record the condition with photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. Commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so please call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. We survey felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and single-ply membranes, and common reasons people get in touch are signs of deflection in the roof deck and blisters and bubbles in the covering.
In a town like Hedge End, flat roofs are common on rear extensions, garages, porches and dormers. Older ones are often felt, which frequently lasts around 15–20 years, while newer ones may be EPDM rubber or GRP fibreglass. Ponding water, splits along the edges and lifting upstands are the usual warning signs. Water that sits for days after rain is often the first sign a flat roof needs attention.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Hedge End (SO30, SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Hedge End
Also in Hedge End
Common questions in Hedge End
Is Hedge End in the area you cover?
Yes, Hedge End is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hedge End?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
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. We check each of these and record what we find.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. A survey in Hedge End needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. If there is a side gate or a rear garden, let us know how to reach it. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hedge End
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
Roof by roof
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs are laid as a resin and glass-fibre layer over boards. The survey checks for cracking at board joints, at the edge trims and where the roof meets walls.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Flat roofs in Hedge End
Hedge End is within about 4 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. 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 is normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
With South Stoneham House about 3.5 miles north-west, the area around Hedge End has a long history. Older houses nearby often have flat roofs added much later, built to very different standards from the main roof. Anyone responsible for a site like Shamblehurst Primary School will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you let a flat or house near Hedge End station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Hedge End is about 4 miles east of Southampton, in Hampshire. We visit Hedge End as part of our work across Hampshire. Our Hampshire coverage includes Hedge End and the places around it.
Every address in SO30 and SO31 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Lynton Road, Watts Road and Dean Court or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Hedge End is on the A334 and B3033, which makes it simple to reach. Other places close to Hedge End include Thornhill (2 miles west), Harefield (2 miles west), West End (2 miles north-west), Chartwell Green (2 miles north-west) and Sholing (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (14 miles east), Eastleigh (4 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (13 miles east).
Near you in Hedge End
Typical jobs here are in homes near Wildern School and Wildern School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Hedge End station, roughly 1.2 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Netley Castle (3.6 miles south-west) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Netley Common.
What happens if roof problems are left?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. In a family home in Hedge End, a small roof fault lets water into places you cannot see, soaking loft insulation, wall tops and timbers. By the time a stain appears on a ceiling, there is more to put right.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A report with photos
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.