Hampshire · London and the South East
Marchwood Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Marchwood from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
How a flat roof survey works in Marchwood
Flat roofs deal with rain in a very different way from pitched ones. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. If you’ve noticed splits and cracks in the covering and standing water left after rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs in smaller places like Marchwood can be more exposed, especially where nothing shelters them, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Marchwood (SO40)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey looks like in Marchwood
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Marchwood, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. The wider area around Marchwood has a long history of building, with Southampton Tudor House and Garden about 2 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Apostle: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Shop and office owners around Westquay may find that a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks.
Marchwood is about 3 miles south-east of Totton, in Hampshire. Roofs in Marchwood get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Marchwood and the places around it.
Here we cover the SO40 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Cranberry Close, Melick Close and The Rowans or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Marchwood sits on or near the A326, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Dibden (2 miles south-east), Dibden Purlieu (3 miles south-east), Hythe (3 miles south-east), Beaulieu (5 miles south) and Furzey Lodge (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-east), Gosport (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-east), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (3 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east).
What’s near Marchwood
Around Marchwood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Horse pub and Hounsdown School and the streets around them. The closest station to Marchwood is Millbrook (Hants) station, roughly 1.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Netley Castle (4.1 miles east) and Westquay (2.1 miles east). The countryside around Marchwood includes Testwood Lakes.
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Marchwood
A buyer’s general survey often recommends a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photographs.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Standing water left after rain
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
Landlords with a home close to Millbrook (Hants) station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before booking anyone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Nearby places to Marchwood
Also in Marchwood
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
The survey, 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. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a survey in Marchwood, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Useful tips for Marchwood property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of what we found. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. Turnaround is within 48 hours for a Basic Survey, 24 to 48 hours for a Standard Survey and the same day for a Premium Survey.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and remind them never to step on rooflights or fragile sheets.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Marchwood
Will you come out to Marchwood?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is the coastal weather around Marchwood hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. If you do not know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
Our survey doesn’t include asbestos testing. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when you book.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.