Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Lee Gate
We carry out flat roof surveys in Lee Gate and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
How a flat roof survey works in Lee Gate
If the house you’re buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it’s worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. Common reasons to book are damaged trims at the roof edge and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, on felt flat roofs, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Lee Gate take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often 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.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Lee Gate (HP16)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Lee Gate frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. Older and listed buildings around Lee Gate may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lee Gate
Landlords, agents and building managers in Lee Gate and across Buckinghamshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a close look at the flat roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
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How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. We look for cracks at board joints, around trims and at upstands.
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it is weakest.
How we price flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Lee Gate
About 2.2 miles north-east lies Cholesbury Manor House, a reminder of how long the area around Lee Gate has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Lee Common Church of England School will know that schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. The streets around a church such as Old Church of St John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For landlords with property near Wendover station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Lee Gate is about 4 miles north-west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. We visit Lee Gate as part of our work across Buckinghamshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Lee Gate is one of the places in Buckinghamshire where we work for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
All of HP16 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Furze Field Lane and Chesham Lane. We also cover the places around Lee Gate: Kingsash (1 mile west), Hunt's Green (1 mile south), Wendover Dean (1 mile west), Wendover (2 miles north-west) and Great Missenden (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (7 miles north-west), High Wycombe (8 miles south), Chesham (4 miles south-east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (6 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (9 miles south).
Landmarks near Lee Gate
Typical jobs here are in homes near John Colet School and The Gate Public House, among other places. Lee Gate’s nearest station is Wendover station, about 2.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Trenchard Museum (2.6 miles north) and Hawridge Court (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Dancersend Nature Reserve and Haddington Hill.
Common questions in Lee Gate
Will you come out to Lee Gate?
Yes, Lee Gate is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lee Gate?
Yes, Lee Gate is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and it isn’t a structural engineer’s report.