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Flat roof survey in Newbury, West Berkshire
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? We carry out flat roof surveys in Newbury and across West Berkshire, with plain-English findings.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Standing water left after rain
- Loose or cracked edge trims
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Parking in a town like Newbury is typically simple, but tell us if there is a driveway or any restrictions. The inspection covers whatever is safely visible from outside, from windows and from the loft space.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Flat roof survey in Newbury: what you get
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. We survey GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and upstands and outlets, and people most often book us about damaged trims at the roof edge and raised blisters across the surface.
Garages and porches on estates in towns like Newbury often have flat roofs. Some older garages have cement sheet roofs, which on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos, so a specialist asbestos surveyor should check before they’re disturbed. Each kind of covering, from felt to rubber and GRP, is checked in its own way. Asbestos testing isn’t part of what we do, though a report may flag materials that could contain it.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Newbury (RG14, RG19, RG18, RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Newbury
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Newbury
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Newbury
Shaw House, about 1 mile north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Newbury. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Newbury, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Nicolas Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Newbury is about 15 miles west of Reading, in West Berkshire. Whether the building in Newbury is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Newbury is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG14, RG19, RG18 and RG20 is within our area for flat roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Market Street, London Road and Donnington Square. Being close to the A4 and A339, Newbury is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Greenham (1 mile south-east), Sandleford (1 mile south), Skinners Green (2 miles south-west), Wash Common (2 miles south-west) and Enborne (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Thatcham (3 miles east), Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (8 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east) and Lambourn (12 miles north-west). Newbury is among the bigger towns we cover in West Berkshire.
What’s near Newbury
We work in homes and buildings around Victoria Park, The Diamond Tap and St Bartholomew's School and the streets around them. Newbury has its own railway station: Newbury station. Other landmarks nearby include Donnington Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles east). Not far away are Audrey's Meadow.
Roof by roof
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. Our report sets out its condition and the areas most at risk.
Questions from Newbury
Is my home in Newbury 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.
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Newbury, such as hotels?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. For a bigger roof, you will get a quote based on the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Newbury?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Newbury?
Prices start 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.
What happens if roof problems are left?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. Once water reaches the loft insulation in a home in Newbury, it loses much of its value and is slow to dry. That adds to the bill long before the leak is obvious.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Newbury
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. People normally call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Blocked or damaged outlets
If you look after a building like St Nicolas C.E. Junior School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?