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Flat Roof Survey in Hedgerley
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in Hedgerley and across Slough.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in Hedgerley
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. Typical surveys look at gaps at upstands and abutments and blocked or damaged outlets, on GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and mastic asphalt.
Somewhere as small as Hedgerley, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Hedgerley (SL2)
- Region
- Slough
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026

What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a careful look.
Why act early in Hedgerley
If you are buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. After that, the cost of any work is yours. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. In a place like Hedgerley, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hedgerley
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Local flat roofs in Hedgerley
Cliveden, about 3.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hedgerley. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
The streets around a church such as Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. Landlords with a home close to Gerrards Cross station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Anyone responsible for a site like Farnham Common Junior School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Hedgerley is about 3 miles south-east of Beaconsfield, in Slough. We survey roofs in Hedgerley and the rest of Slough, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Slough. Reading is in our area too.
We survey roofs across SL2 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Jones Way, Hedgerley Hill and Cottage Park Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Egypt (1 mile south-west), Farnham Common (1 mile south-west), East Burnham (2 miles south-west), Littleworth Corner (2 miles west) and Farnham Royal (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Slough (4 miles south), Cippenham (4 miles south), Chalvey (5 miles south), Langley (5 miles south-east), Upton (5 miles south) and Burnham (4 miles south-west).
What’s near Hedgerley
Around Hedgerley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bulstrode Park, The White Horse Public House and Khalsa Secondary Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Hedgerley is Gerrards Cross station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Wexham Park Hospital (3 miles south-east). The countryside around Hedgerley includes Church Wood and Pynesfield Lake.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. 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.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
Common questions in Hedgerley
Will you come out to Hedgerley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Hedgerley listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Our survey does not include asbestos testing. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for instance in cement roof sheets. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere like Hedgerley needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a written report with photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Hedgerley, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Places near Hedgerley
Also in Hedgerley
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Hedgerley
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber