Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Penton Corner
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you spend money on it. Flat roof surveys in Penton Corner, with photos and a clear written report.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
About our flat roof survey in Penton Corner
Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That is why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and felt flat roofs, and people most often book us about cracked or split membrane and water getting in at rooflights.
In a village or hamlet like Penton Corner, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Penton Corner (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Penton Corner, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Common questions in Penton Corner
Do you carry out roof surveys in Penton Corner?
Yes, Penton Corner is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Penton Corner as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Penton Corner?
Yes, Penton Corner is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
What does a roof survey cost?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It is a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Penton Corner
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Landlords with a home close to Andover station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. Take an older house close to Holy Trinity Church: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Penton Corner is about 2 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Penton Corner, the roof can be surveyed. Across Hampshire, we cover Penton Corner and the places around it. Southampton is in our area too.
Surveys in SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Short Lane and Beech Close or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Penton Corner: Penton Grafton (1 mile north), Penton Mewsey (1 mile north), Red Post Bridge (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile north-east) and Charlton (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east) and Stanmore (14 miles south-east).
Around Penton Corner
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Harrow Way Community School and White Hart Public House, among other places. The closest station to Penton Corner is Andover station, about 1.6 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Andover Museum (2.3 miles east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles east). Not far away are Quarley Hill and Anton Lakes.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Book a survey every few years
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.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
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How we price flat roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
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. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Why get it checked now?
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, while there is still time to plan the work. For an older or listed building in a place like Penton Corner, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book us in Penton Corner
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Penton Corner
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. 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.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cracked or split membrane
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
Anyone responsible for a site like Portway Junior School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their track record with similar roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID