West Berkshire · London and the South East
Riseley Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Riseley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
What we can’t see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
Flat roof survey in Riseley
Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey felt flat roofs, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass, and people most often book us about damaged trims at the roof edge and pools of water lying on the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Riseley are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Riseley (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
More services for Riseley
Flat roof surveys in Riseley: local notes
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. About 1.7 miles south-west lies Stratfield Saye House, a reminder of how long the area around Riseley has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Mortimer station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Riseley is about 6 miles west of Yateley, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Riseley are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Riseley is one of the places in West Berkshire where we work for flat roof surveys. There’s also a page for Reading.
Every address in RG7 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Chapel Lane, Norton Road and Odiham Road. We also cover the places around Riseley: Swallowfield (1 mile north), Heckfield Heath (1 mile south), Heckfield (1 mile south), Beech Hill (2 miles north-west) and Bramshill (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Thatcham (13 miles west), Burghfield Common (5 miles north-west), Calcot (7 miles north-west), Shaw (15 miles west), Burghfield Hill (5 miles north-west) and Theale (7 miles north-west).
Near you in Riseley
We work in homes and buildings around The Bull at Riseley pub and Wellington Country Park, among other places. Riseley’s nearest station is Mortimer station, roughly 3.2 miles west. A little further out are Beaumys Castle (1.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Riseley include The Marshes Local Nature Reserve and Longwater.
Riseley questions
Do you cover smaller places like Riseley?
Yes, Riseley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Riseley?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Riseley as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Riseley?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Riseley, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Riseley?
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of All Saints, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their report turnaround times
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What happens if roof problems are left?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. It typically points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and each wet season wears the covering further. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Around Riseley, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Surveys for landlords and agents in Riseley
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.