Hampshire · London and the South East
Picket Piece Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Picket Piece, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Outlets that hold water back
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Picket Piece
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof isn’t right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. If you’ve noticed outlets choked with leaves and silt and blisters and bubbles in the covering, we can find out what’s behind it.
Outbuildings, garden rooms and garages in places like Picket Piece frequently have flat roofs of their own. They’re easy to forget, but water through a garage roof can spoil whatever is stored inside. If you want them looked at too, mention them when you book, along with the main flat roof. Smaller roofs use the same coverings as bigger ones, from felt to rubber and GRP, and age in the same way.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Picket Piece (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Homes around Picket Piece frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Where there is safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Local flat roofs in Picket Piece
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
If you let a flat or house near Andover station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Picket Piece is about 2 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. Bookings from Picket Piece are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Picket Piece is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on Locksbridge Road, Wyke Court and Galbraith Road. Other places close to Picket Piece include Finkley Down (1 mile west), Andover Down (1 mile south), Finkley (1 mile north-west), Picket Twenty (1 mile south-west) and East Anton (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south-east), Hyde (12 miles south-east), Tidworth (10 miles west), Weeke (11 miles south-east) and Kempshott (13 miles east).
What’s near Picket Piece
We work in homes and buildings around Winton Community Academy and Winton Community Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Picket Piece is Andover station, about 2.4 miles west. A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.4 miles west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (0.6 miles west). The countryside around Picket Piece includes Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Also near Picket Piece
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Picket Piece
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Picket Piece and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What affects the price in Picket Piece
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
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 drop us an email.
FAQs for Picket Piece
Is Picket Piece in the area you cover?
Yes, Picket Piece is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Picket Piece as anywhere else.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Picket Piece?
Clear the way to the loft hatch if there is one, and tell us about any leaks, stains or past repairs. Parking and access details for Picket Piece help us plan the visit.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Picket Piece?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We do not put a figure on it. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Common roof problems in Picket Piece
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Cracked or split membrane
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Standing water left after rain
Take a building like Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Before booking anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether the price includes VAT