Hampshire · London and the South East
Lychpit Flat Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you spend money on it. Flat roof surveys in Lychpit, with photos and a clear written report.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Lychpit book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Flat roof survey in Lychpit: what you get
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a report with photos and our recommendations. We survey GRP fibreglass, mastic asphalt and EPDM rubber, and common reasons people get in touch are signs of deflection in the roof deck and splits, cracks and crazing.
Somewhere as small as Lychpit, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Lychpit (RG24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
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 it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
Places near Lychpit
Other services in Lychpit
Flat roof surveys in Lychpit: local notes
Historic houses such as The Vyne, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Lychpit goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Basingstoke station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Old Basing Infant School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Lychpit is about 2 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Lychpit can all book flat roof surveys. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. There is also a page for Reading.
We work across RG24 for flat roof surveys. You will find streets such as Park Lane, Crown Lane and Manor Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Old Basing (1 mile east), Eastrop (1 mile west), Chineham (1 mile north), Oakridge (2 miles west) and Mapledurwell (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (13 miles east), Alton (9 miles south), Yateley (11 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Lychpit
We work in homes and buildings around The Costello School, Eastrop Park and The Crown Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Basingstoke station, about 1.6 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (2.6 miles west) and Basing House (within half a mile south). Not far away are Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
When to book a survey in Lychpit
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM frequently lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Standing water left after rain
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
If you run a business near Festival Place, flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What insurance they carry
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Lychpit, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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FAQs for Lychpit
Do you cover Lychpit?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Lychpit is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Lychpit is listed?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We do not put a figure on it. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. If the cause cannot be seen, we’ll say so and suggest what would help.