Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Loosley Row Flat Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Loosley Row, with photos and a clear written report.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
Flat roof survey in Loosley Row
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. 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. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you’ve noticed edge trims that have lifted or split and splits, cracks and crazing, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and mastic asphalt alike.
In a village or hamlet like Loosley Row, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Loosley Row (HP27)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. We view them from safe positions and photograph what we see.
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. We record any we can see, with photos.
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Loosley Row, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Loosley Row
Is Loosley Row in the area you cover?
Yes, Loosley Row is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Loosley Row?
Yes, Loosley Row is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. You will then get the report by email.
What will the report tell me?
A photo-illustrated written report, covering the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. 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.
Flat roof surveys in Loosley Row: local notes
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. West Wycombe Park House, about 3.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Loosley Row. If yours is one of the older homes, 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 live in an older home near Church of St John the Evangelist, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Take a building like St John's Church of England Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For landlords with property near Saunderton station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Loosley Row is about 6 miles north-west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Loosley Row is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in HP27 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Loosley Hill, Foundry Lane and Lower Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Loosley Row include Lacey Green (1 mile east), Saunderton Lee (1 mile south-west), Saunderton (1 mile south), Rout's Green (2 miles south-west) and Bledlow Ridge (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (8 miles north), High Wycombe (6 miles south-east), Chesham (9 miles east), Marlow (9 miles south), Amersham (10 miles east) and Beaconsfield (10 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Loosley Row
We work in homes and buildings around The Whip Inn and Princes Risborough School. The nearest railway station is Saunderton station, roughly 1.4 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Great Kimble Dial Hill (3.5 miles north) and Chiltern Hospital (5.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
Useful tips for Loosley Row property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Why act early in Loosley Row
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. Surveying the roof in good time means work can be planned and budgeted around the people who use the building. For an older or listed building in a place like Loosley Row, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% of clients satisfied
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Landlord and commercial surveys in Loosley Row
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.