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Flat Roof Survey in Hempton
Flat roof surveys in Hempton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Cracked or split membrane
Common questions in Hempton
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Hempton?
Yes, commercial buildings, hotels included, are part of the work. Roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand.
Do you cover smaller places like Hempton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. You’ll then get the report by email.
Flat roof survey in Hempton
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations. Typical surveys look at loose or cracked edge trims and outlets that hold water back, on upstands and outlets, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes.
In a village or hamlet like Hempton, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. 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 beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Hempton (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also in Hempton
What we are asked to look at in Hempton
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Outlets that hold water back
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
For landlords with property near Kings Sutton station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What insurance they carry
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Roof by roof
Rooflights and upstands
Where a flat roof meets a wall, the upstand has to stay sealed as the building moves. We look for splits, gaps and failed flashings over the top.
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Why it is worth a survey now in Hempton
Before replacing a flat roof, it’s useful to know if you really need to. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. Around Hempton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hempton
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Flat roof surveys in Hempton: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Hempton has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
Broughton Castle lies about 4.3 miles north-west, so building around Hempton goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Hempton, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Hempton is about 6 miles south of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hempton and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Every address in OX15 is covered for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Hempton Road, The Lane and St John's Way or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Hempton: Barford St Michael (1 mile north-west), Barford St John (1 mile north-west), Deddington (1 mile east), Nether Worton (2 miles south-west) and Dane Hill (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Banbury (6 miles north), Bicester (10 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south-west), Kidlington (12 miles south), Bure Park (10 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (9 miles west).
Local landmarks in Hempton
Around Hempton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near George Inn, among other places. The closest station to Hempton is Kings Sutton station, about 4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bloxham Village Museum (2.5 miles north) and Deddington Castle (1.6 miles east). Not far away are Crouch Hill.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Around Hempton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.