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Flat Roof Survey in Monks Orchard
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Monks Orchard.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In Monks Orchard, as in much of London, a good many properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- 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.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Related advice
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Monks Orchard
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. We survey GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber, and common reasons people get in touch are signs of deflection in the roof deck and pools of water lying on the roof.
London has a lot of flat roofs: rear additions, dormers, roof terraces and the roofs of blocks and offices. They’re covered in felt, asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass or single-ply membranes, each with its own weak points. Which one is on a roof in Monks Orchard shapes how it’s checked. Older flat roofs are frequently felt or asphalt, newer ones rubber or GRP.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Monks Orchard (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
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.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Monks Orchard
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Flat and commercial roofs around Monks Orchard
About 1.8 miles south lies Addington Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Monks Orchard has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
As a London address, Monks Orchard can be tricky for parking: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space as you book. If you look after a building such as Oasis Academy Shirley Park, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you run a business near St George's Walk, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Monks Orchard is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. Anywhere in Monks Orchard, we can come and survey your property. Monks Orchard is one of the places in Greater London we cover for flat roof surveys. You can also see our page for London.
Flat roof surveys in CR0, SE25 and CR9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Long Lane, Poppy Lane and Homer Road. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Shirley (1 mile south), Shirley Oaks (1 mile west), Addiscombe (1 mile west), Ashburton (1 mile north-west) and Woodside (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Landmarks near Monks Orchard
Around Monks Orchard, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Orchard Way Primary School, The Cricketers pub and Ashburton Park. The closest station to Monks Orchard is Elmers End station, about 1.2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include St George's Walk (2 miles west) and Crystal Palace Museum (2.8 miles north). The countryside around Monks Orchard includes Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Also near Monks Orchard
What else we do in Monks Orchard
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Monks Orchard
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Monks Orchard?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Monks Orchard is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. It’s a survey of the flat roof. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The written report follows by email.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Monks Orchard?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.