Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Hunt's Green, Buckinghamshire
Flat roof surveys in Hunt's Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Upstands pulling away from walls
About our flat roof survey in Hunt's Green
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. Typical surveys look at blocked or damaged outlets and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, across upstands and outlets, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber.
Older buildings in small places like Hunt's Green may be 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.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Hunt's Green (HP16)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a small place like Hunt's Green, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Common questions in Hunt's Green
How do I find out if my home in Hunt's Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover Hunt's Green?
Yes, Hunt's Green is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. Not sure what yours is? We will tell you in the report.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Hunt's Green?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Flat roof surveys in Hunt's Green: local notes
Historic houses like Cholesbury Manor House, about 2.9 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Hunt's Green goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you look after a building such as Lee Common Church of England School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own a rental within reach of Great Missenden station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Hunt's Green is about 4 miles west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. Hunt's Green is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire. There is also a page for Reading.
We survey roofs across HP16 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Lee Gate (1 mile north), Kingsash (1 mile north-west), Wendover Dean (1 mile north-west), Great Missenden (2 miles south) and Great Hampden (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (8 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south), Chesham (4 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south), Amersham (5 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (8 miles south).
Near you in Hunt's Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Misbourne School and Cock and Rabbit pub. The closest station to Hunt's Green is Great Missenden station, roughly 1.5 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre (1.6 miles south) and Chiltern Hospital (2.4 miles south). For a walk, there’s Sands Bank and Haddington Hill.
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Hunt's Green
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
Nearby places to Hunt's Green
What else we do in Hunt's Green
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. We look at seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it is weakest.
When to book a survey in Hunt's Green
A buyer’s general survey often recommends a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photographs.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Old Church of St John the Baptist, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- What experience they bring
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
Why act early in Hunt's Green
A small split in a flat roof is normally a modest job when it is found early. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Hunt's Green, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hunt's Green
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
Prices for flat roof surveys in Hunt's Green
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.