Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Purbrook Heath
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Purbrook Heath. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Cracked or split membrane
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a careful look.
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
Flat roof survey in Purbrook Heath: what you get
A flat roof doesn’t 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. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. We survey mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and upstands and outlets, and common reasons people get in touch are failed upstands where the roof meets a wall and blisters and bubbles in the covering.
In a small place like Purbrook Heath, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually 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 does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Purbrook Heath (PO7)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Purbrook Heath
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What we’re asked to look at in Purbrook Heath
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Leaks around rooflights
- Cracked or split membrane
Take a building like Purbrook Junior School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How soon the report will arrive
Useful tips for Purbrook Heath property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys normally lasts longer.
Local flat roofs in Purbrook Heath
Purbrook Heath lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Historic houses such as Warblington Castle, about 4.2 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Purbrook Heath goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Cosham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. Take an older house close to Church of St John: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Purbrook Heath is about 1 mile west of Purbrook, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Purbrook Heath, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the PO7 postcode area for flat roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Newlands Lane and Purbrook Heath Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Widley (1 mile south), Purbrook (1 mile east), Waterlooville (1 mile north-east), Furzeley Corner (2 miles north) and Drayton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Gosport (6 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles east), Eastleigh (14 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north-east) and Hedge End (11 miles west).
Near you in Purbrook Heath
In Purbrook Heath, that means homes and buildings near George Inn and Purbrook Park School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Cosham station, about 1.9 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.3 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (3.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Purbrook Heath
Do you cover smaller places like Purbrook Heath?
Yes, Purbrook Heath is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Purbrook Heath?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water a day or two after rain typically needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the roof itself where that’s safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Purbrook Heath
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
What affects the price in Purbrook Heath
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Around Purbrook Heath, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.