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Flat Roof Survey in Kingwood Common
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Kingwood Common, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Kingwood Common
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. If part of the roof can’t be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so you know exactly what was covered. If you’ve noticed blocked or damaged outlets and raised blisters across the surface, we can find out what’s behind it, on GRP fibreglass, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs alike.
In a small place like Kingwood Common, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Kingwood Common (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Book a survey every few years
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
Flat roof surveys around Kingwood Common
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. The wider area around Kingwood Common has a long history of building, with Greys Court about 1.9 miles north-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Henley-On-Thames station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. For an older house near a landmark like The Church of Christ the King, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Kingwood Common is about 4 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Kingwood Common get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
We work across RG9 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Stevens Lane, Stoke Row Road and Dove Lane. Other places close to Kingwood Common include Peppard Hill (1 mile south-east), Rotherfield Peppard (1 mile east), Sonning Common (1 mile south-east), Shepherd's Green (1 mile north-east) and Highmoor Cross (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Didcot (12 miles north-west), Thame (15 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (4 miles east), Benson (8 miles north-west), Chinnor (12 miles north) and Tilehurst (5 miles south).
Around Kingwood Common
In Kingwood Common, that means homes and buildings near The Warwick School, The Unicorn pub and Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge. The closest station to Kingwood Common is Henley-On-Thames station, roughly 4.1 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Battle Hospital (5.1 miles south). For a walk, there’s Warburg Nature Reserve.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Kingwood Common, access is often 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 address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
FAQs for Kingwood Common
Is my home in Kingwood Common 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. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Kingwood Common?
Yes, Kingwood Common is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure isn’t 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 do I arrange a flat roof survey in Kingwood Common?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. You will then get the report by email.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Do you go up onto the 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. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
Common roof problems in Kingwood Common
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
Common reasons to book include:
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Loose or cracked edge trims
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Peppard Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
What to check before booking
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
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What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to tell us when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. The survey checks for cracking at board joints, at the edge trims and where the roof meets walls.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are usually where trouble starts. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.