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Flat Roof Survey in Pitch Place
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Pitch Place, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Cracked or split membrane
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Pitch Place
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. If part of the roof cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so the limits of the survey are clear. We survey GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber, and the problems we are asked to look at most are a sagging deck under the covering and standing water left after rain.
In a village or hamlet like Pitch Place, flat roofs are usually 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 beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Pitch Place (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Pitch Place
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
Landlords with a home close to Witley station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Michael and All Angels, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Pitch Place is about 5 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Roofs in Pitch Place get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Every address in GU8 is within our area for flat roof surveys. We also cover the places around Pitch Place: Thursley (1 mile east), Rushmoor (1 mile north-west), Green Cross (2 miles south-west), Beacon Hill (2 miles south-west) and Tilford Common (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (10 miles north-east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (13 miles north), Farnham (5 miles north-west), Frimley (11 miles north) and Haslemere (4 miles south).
What’s near Pitch Place
In Pitch Place, that means homes and buildings near Three Horseshoes pub and The Flashes, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Witley station, about 3.6 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Haslemere and District Hospital (3.9 miles south). For a walk, there is Gibbet Hill and Farnham Heath.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Common questions in Pitch Place
Is Pitch Place within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Pitch Place is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like 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.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
Towns and villages near Pitch Place
What else we do in Pitch Place
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. For an older or listed building in a place like Pitch Place, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A written report with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a small place like Pitch Place, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Pitch Place, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.