Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Nettlestone, Isle of Wight
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Nettlestone and the rest of the Isle of Wight. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Nettlestone
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. We survey felt flat roofs, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber, and common reasons people get in touch are blocked or damaged outlets and gaps at upstands and abutments.
Some older homes in villages like Nettlestone are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Where we can’t see part of the flat roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Nettlestone (PO34)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Nettlestone
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. Outbuildings and barns around Nettlestone are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
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 safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Flat and commercial roofs around Nettlestone
Nettlestone is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Nettlestone means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition. Historic houses such as Nunwell House, about 2.8 miles south-west, show how far back building around Nettlestone goes. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Nettlestone is about 2 miles east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Nettlestone are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Nettlestone is one of the places in the Isle of Wight where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in PO34 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Caws Avenue, Willowtree Drive and Ashtree Way and the roads around them. With the B3340 close by, Nettlestone is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Nettlestone: Seaview (1 mile north), Pondwell (1 mile north-west), Spring Vale (1 mile north-west), Puckpool (1 mile north-west) and Westridge (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (8 miles west), Cowes (9 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south-west), Shanklin (6 miles south-west), Ventnor (9 miles south-west) and East Cowes (8 miles west). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local landmarks in Nettlestone
In Nettlestone, that means homes and buildings near The Vine Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 1.8 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (4.1 miles south) and Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (1.2 miles west). For a walk, there is Alan Hersey Nature Reserve and Bembridge Down.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Other services in Nettlestone
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Nettlestone
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Take a building like Nettlestone Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Before you book anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What insurance they carry
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Which limits apply to the survey
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older roofs in small places like Nettlestone can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Nettlestone
Is the coastal weather around Nettlestone hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Will you come out to Nettlestone?
Yes, Nettlestone is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for instance in cement roof sheets. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
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.