Surrey · London and the South East
Loxhill Flat Roof Survey
A careful look at the flat roof at your property in Loxhill, with photos and a written report.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
About our flat roof survey in Loxhill
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: on the roof where it’s 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. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so you know exactly what was covered. We survey mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass, and common reasons people get in touch are blistering in felt or asphalt and leaks around rooflights.
Older buildings in small places like Loxhill may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Loxhill (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Loxhill, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Flat roof surveys around Loxhill
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. 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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you let a flat or house near Witley station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Loxhill is about 8 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Anywhere in Loxhill, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the GU8 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you’re just outside Loxhill, we cover Hascombe (1 mile north), Dunsfold (1 mile south), Elmbridge Village (2 miles east), Grafham (2 miles north-east) and Thorncombe Street (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (8 miles north), Woking (13 miles north), Camberley (15 miles north-west), Farnham (11 miles north-west), Dorking (12 miles north-east) and Frimley (14 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Loxhill
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Witley station, about 3.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Milford Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Lower Lake and Hydon's Ball.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Loxhill
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. 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:
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Outlets that hold water back
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Before booking anyone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their report turnaround times
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Towns and villages near Loxhill
What else we do in Loxhill
Surveys for landlords and agents in Loxhill
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. We record any we can see, with photographs.
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
FAQs for Loxhill
Is my home in Loxhill listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Loxhill?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you need to get into the loft?
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.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Loxhill?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
There is no honest way to give an exact number of years. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, so you can talk the findings through.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt