Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Oakshott, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Oakshott.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
Do you need a flat roof survey in Oakshott?
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Cracked or split membrane
- A sagging deck under the covering
If you own a rental within reach of Liss station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Flat roof survey in Oakshott
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 EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are blisters and bubbles in the covering and cracked or split membrane.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Oakshott take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Oakshott (GU33, GU32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt roofs are common on older flats, walkways and commercial buildings. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
Flat roof surveys around Oakshott
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Oakshott is about 3 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. In Oakshott, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Oakshott is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the GU33 and GU32 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Hawkley (1 mile north-east), Steep Marsh (1 mile south), Lower Green (1 mile north), Steep (1 mile south) and High Cross (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (13 miles south), Horndean (10 miles south), Alton (7 miles north), Waterlooville (12 miles south), Petersfield (3 miles south) and Purbrook (13 miles south).
Landmarks near Oakshott
We work in homes and buildings around Hawkley Inn. Oakshott’s nearest station is Liss station, roughly 2.2 miles east. A little further out are Bear Museum (3.1 miles south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (2.9 miles south). Not far away are Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to let us know when you contact us
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Oakshott
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Oakshott and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Oakshott questions
Do you cover smaller places like Oakshott?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Oakshott?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
We do not test for asbestos. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, such as old cement sheeting, the report flags them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. Most frequently it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and each wet season wears the covering further. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Older and listed buildings around Oakshott may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
It’s useful 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. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a hamlet or village like Oakshott, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s 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.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.