Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Jockey End
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Jockey End. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Standing water left after rain
Prices for flat roof surveys in Jockey End
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
About our flat roof survey in Jockey End
Offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats frequently sit under large flat roofs. On a roof like this, a survey shows where the covering is wearing, where water is ponding and which outlets need attention. The photographed record helps you plan and budget for work. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. We survey upstands and outlets, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt, and people most frequently book us about failed upstands where the roof meets a wall and blistering in felt or asphalt.
In a small place like Jockey End, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Jockey End (HP2)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Jockey End
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Gaddesden Row JMI School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. For landlords with property near Berkhamsted station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Jockey End is about 4 miles north of Hemel Hempstead, in Hertfordshire. Wherever you are in Jockey End, we can come and survey your property. Jockey End is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
Flat roof surveys in HP2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on West Dene, Johnson Court and Gaddesden Row. We also cover the places around Jockey End: Ballingdon Bottom (1 mile north-west), Roe End (1 mile north-east), Markyate (2 miles north-east), Trowley Bottom (2 miles east) and Flamstead (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Watford (11 miles south), Hemel Hempstead (4 miles south), Stevenage (15 miles north-east), St Albans (8 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles east) and Harpenden (6 miles east).
Near you in Jockey End
For rail, the closest station is Berkhamsted station, roughly 4.6 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hemel Hempstead Hospital (4.4 miles south). Not far away are Landpark Wood.
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a proper look at the flat roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Rural addresses near Jockey End can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk 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.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are normally where trouble starts. Every upstand and edge is checked, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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Questions from Jockey End
Do you cover Jockey End?
Yes, Jockey End is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Do you cover smaller places like Jockey End?
Yes. Jockey End is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure is not something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. A commercial roof usually takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.