Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Mapledurham Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Mapledurham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Splits, cracks and crazing
How a flat roof survey works in Mapledurham
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. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. Common reasons to book are blistering in felt or asphalt and upstands pulling away from walls, across EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs.
In a small place like Mapledurham, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Mapledurham (RG8, RG4, RG31)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Look for standing water a day after rain
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
How we price flat roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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What else we do in Mapledurham
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Mapledurham, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
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What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
A lot can be seen 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.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Mapledurham
Before replacing a flat roof, it helps to know if you really need to. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. For older village homes like those around Mapledurham, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why us?
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Mapledurham
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. It usually comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Leaves and silt from nearby trees can soon choke an outlet.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- A sagging deck under the covering
If you look after a building like Purley CofE Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
What to check before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Mapledurham
Is my home in Mapledurham listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Mapledurham in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Mapledurham is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it is agreed before booking.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’ll then get the report by email.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. If you don’t know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Mapledurham
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Historic houses like Mapledurham House, about 0.1 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Mapledurham goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently 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.
For businesses in and around places like Broad Street Mall, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. If you live in an older home near Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Mapledurham is about 3 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Mapledurham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Mapledurham is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work.
Here we cover the RG8, RG4 and RG31 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on St Mary's Avenue, Park Walk and The Short or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Mapledurham, we cover Purley on Thames (1 mile south-west), Trench Green (1 mile north-east), Tilehurst (2 miles south), Chazey Heath (2 miles east) and Norcot (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north-west), Great Western Park (13 miles north-west) and Watlington (11 miles north).
Local landmarks in Mapledurham
In Mapledurham, that means homes and buildings near Roebuck pub, Round Copse and Denefield School and the streets around them. Mapledurham’s nearest station is Tilehurst station, roughly 1 mile south. A little further out are Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.4 miles south-east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.