Hampshire · London and the South East
Ibthorpe Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Ibthorpe, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Outlets that hold water back
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We look at how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
Flat roof survey in Ibthorpe
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 a sagging deck under the covering and damaged trims at the roof edge, on GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and felt flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Ibthorpe are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. 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. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Ibthorpe (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
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 before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ibthorpe
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Flat and commercial roofs around Ibthorpe
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Stargroves, about 4.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ibthorpe. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Ibthorpe is about 5 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Surveys in Ibthorpe work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Ibthorpe is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Reading.
We work across SP11 for flat roof surveys. We also cover Hurstbourne Tarrant (1 mile south-east), Stoke (2 miles south-east), Upper Enham (2 miles south), Wildhern (2 miles south-west) and Little London (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (5 miles south), Tadley (15 miles east), Tidworth (9 miles west), Kempshott (14 miles east) and Ludgershall (7 miles west).
Local landmarks in Ibthorpe
Around Ibthorpe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near George And Dragon Public House and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Pilot Hill.
Questions from Ibthorpe
Do you cover smaller places like Ibthorpe?
Yes, Ibthorpe is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is Ibthorpe in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Ibthorpe is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
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. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and the report says if any part couldn’t be seen. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Nearby places to Ibthorpe
What else we do in Ibthorpe
Prices for flat roof surveys in Ibthorpe
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Ibthorpe, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Ibthorpe, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Ibthorpe
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. In time, the covering dries out, cracks and loosens at its edges and laps. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Standing water left after rain
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
Anyone responsible for a site like Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA