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Flat roof survey in Littleton Common, Surrey
Find out the condition of the flat roof at your property in Littleton Common. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Cracked or split membrane
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Common questions in Littleton Common
Do you cover Littleton Common?
Yes, Littleton Common is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Will you come out to Littleton Common?
Yes. Littleton Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It often means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and it wears the covering faster. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Do you go up onto the roof?
It depends on what’s safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It is a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source isn’t obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Littleton Common
Ponding is frequently the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. Common reasons to book are ponding water that doesn’t drain away and loose or cracked edge trims, across single-ply membranes, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass.
Somewhere as small as Littleton Common, 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. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Littleton Common (TW15, TW17)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Prices for flat roof surveys in Littleton Common
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why get it checked now?
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the people who use the building. Older cottages and farmhouses around Littleton Common can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Littleton Common
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
- 20+ years’ experience
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Littleton Common
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Outlets that hold water back
If you let a flat or house near Upper Halliford station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What experience they bring
- Whether the price includes VAT
When you need someone else
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Littleton Common, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Flat and commercial roofs around Littleton Common
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. With Hampton Court Palace about 4.8 miles east, Littleton Common 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like Ashford CofE Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. For an older house near a landmark like Parish Church of St Matthew, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Littleton Common is about 1 mile south-east of Ashford, in Surrey. We carry out flat roof surveys in Littleton Common for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
All of TW15 and TW17 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Littleton Road, Cambridge Road and Cornerside, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Littleton Common, we cover Ashford Common (1 mile north-east), Charlton (1 mile south), Hounslow (1 mile north-east), Ashford (1 mile north-west) and Upper Halliford (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (13 miles south-west), Woking (9 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles south-west), Epsom (10 miles south-east), Ewell (9 miles south-east) and Egham (4 miles west).
Local landmarks in Littleton Common
In Littleton Common, that means homes and buildings near The Bishop Wand Church of England School, Sunbury Manor School and Sunbury Park, among other places. The closest station to Littleton Common is Upper Halliford station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Ashford Hospital (1.8 miles north-west) and Kempton Steam Museum (1.8 miles east). Open spaces near Littleton Common include Kempton Park Reservoirs and Ferris Meadow Lake.