Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Ibworth
Flat roof surveys across Ibworth, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Leaks around rooflights
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in Ibworth
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. If you’ve noticed damaged trims at the roof edge and outlets that hold water back, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Ibworth are 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. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Ibworth (RG26, RG23)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Ibworth
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Landlords with a home close to Overton station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the price includes VAT
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect an hour or two at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Ibworth can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets in another room
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What else we do in Ibworth
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ibworth
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Ibworth and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in Ibworth
Is Ibworth in the area you cover?
Yes, Ibworth is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Do you cover smaller places like Ibworth?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
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. If one is needed, the report says so.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. If you don’t know what your roof is, we’ll identify it on the day.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Ibworth?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. We will confirm the timing when booking.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. If the cause cannot be seen, we’ll say so and suggest what would help.
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is typically one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
What affects the price in Ibworth
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Checking the roof from the ground
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Flat roof surveys around Ibworth
About 4.8 miles north-east lies The Vyne, a reminder of how long the area around Ibworth has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Ibworth is about 4 miles west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Roofs in Ibworth get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Ibworth is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of RG26 and RG23 is covered for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Ibworth include Newfound (2 miles south-east), Oakley (2 miles south), Worting (3 miles south-east), Buckskin (3 miles south-east) and Winklebury (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (4 miles east), Fleet (15 miles east), Andover (14 miles west), Alton (13 miles south-east), Tadley (5 miles north) and Hook (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Ibworth
For rail, the closest station is Overton station, roughly 3.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Park Prewett Hospital (3.1 miles east).