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Markyate Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Markyate, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Cracked or split membrane
Flat roof survey in Markyate
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We don’t 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. Typical surveys look at damaged trims at the roof edge and outlets that hold water back, across EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and mastic asphalt.
Around a smaller place like Markyate, flat roofs normally cover extensions, garages and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let plenty of water into the room below. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs. Ponding, splits and lifting edges are the signs to look for from a window.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Markyate (AL3)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. It is your choice who carries out the work and when.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
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The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Markyate is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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 is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check pets are kept safely away
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Flat roofs in Markyate
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 check with the council. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For an older house near a landmark such as Markyate Methodist Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Landlords with a home close to Luton Airport Parkway station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Markyate is in Hertfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Markyate can all book flat roof surveys. Markyate is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Milton Keynes page.
Every address in AL3 is within our area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on High Street, London Road and Sebright Road. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Roe End (1 mile south-west), Flamstead (2 miles south-east), Friar's Wash (2 miles south-east) and Trowley Bottom (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (12 miles south), Hemel Hempstead (6 miles south), Stevenage (13 miles north-east), St Albans (8 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles east) and Harpenden (5 miles east).
What’s near Markyate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Local pub. The closest station to Markyate is Luton Airport Parkway station, about 3.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Mossman Collection (2.6 miles north-east) and Luton Castle (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Landpark Wood.
When to book a survey in Markyate
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Standing water left after rain
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Outlets that hold water back
If you look after a building such as Markyate Village School and Nursery, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What insurance they carry
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
On felt, the upstands and edge details frequently fail before the main surface. Every upstand and edge is looked at, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
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, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Markyate: your questions answered
Do you cover Markyate?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Markyate as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Markyate is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source isn’t obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.