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Flat roof survey in Lower Eashing, Surrey
Find out the condition of the flat roof at your property in Lower Eashing from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a hamlet or village like Lower Eashing, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How a flat roof survey works in Lower Eashing
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so you know exactly what was covered. We’re frequently asked to look into standing water left after rain and cracked or split membrane, on GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and mastic asphalt.
In a small place like Lower Eashing, 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, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Lower Eashing (GU7)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. Around Lower Eashing, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, often laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
What a flat roof survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
Useful tips for Lower Eashing property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. It is your choice who carries out the work and when.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Also near Lower Eashing
More services for Lower Eashing
Local flat roofs in Lower Eashing
Historic houses like Loseley Park, about 2.7 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Lower Eashing goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. If you own a rental within reach of Godalming station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take a building like St Mary's CofE Voluntary Controlled Infant School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Lower Eashing is about 5 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Roofs in Lower Eashing get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Our Surrey coverage includes Lower Eashing and the places around it.
Every address in GU7 is covered for flat roof surveys. We also cover Upper Eashing (1 mile south-east), Norney (1 mile north), Peper Harow (1 mile west), Aaron's Hill (1 mile east) and Milford (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (5 miles north-east), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (7 miles west), Dorking (14 miles east) and Frimley (9 miles north).
Near you in Lower Eashing
Around Lower Eashing, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Stag on the River pub, Middlebriars Wood and Godalming College, among other places. Lower Eashing’s nearest station is Godalming station, roughly 1.3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Charterhouse School Museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Guildford Castle (4.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Lower Lake and Farncombe Wood.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Lower Eashing
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lower Eashing?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Lower Eashing?
Yes, Lower Eashing is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The written report follows by email.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.