West Berkshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Inkpen
Flat roof surveys in Inkpen, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
Flat and commercial roofs around Inkpen
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. With Stargroves about 3.2 miles south-east, Inkpen sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
If you look after a building such as Inkpen Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you let a flat or house near Kintbury station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Michael, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Inkpen is about 6 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Inkpen. Our West Berkshire coverage includes Inkpen. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Flat roof surveys in RG17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Folly Road, Post Office Road and Robins Hill. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Inkpen Common (1 mile south-east), Upper Green (1 mile south), Hell Corner (1 mile east), Lower Green (1 mile west) and Kintbury (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (6 miles east), Thatcham (9 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles east), Hungerford (3 miles north-west), Lambourn (9 miles north) and Shaw (7 miles east).
Around Inkpen
Typical jobs here are in homes near Crown and Garter pub, among other places. Inkpen’s nearest station is Kintbury station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
Flat roof survey in Inkpen: what you get
A flat roof doesn’t shed water the way a pitched roof does. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. We survey upstands and outlets, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass, and common reasons people get in touch are splits, cracks and crazing and blocked or damaged outlets.
Somewhere as small as Inkpen, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Inkpen (RG17)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Inkpen
Is my home in Inkpen listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Inkpen in the area you cover?
Yes, Inkpen is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photographs, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
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.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
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Why get it checked now?
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. In a place like Inkpen, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Inkpen
- 98% of customers satisfied
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent view of the roof
Different roofs, different checks
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
An EPDM rubber roof is usually one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
How we price flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The property’s address and postcode
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Inkpen
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Inkpen. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Inkpen, 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.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We check the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there is safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a written report with photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Inkpen, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.