Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Sacombe Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Sacombe, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Leaks around rooflights
- Splits, cracks and crazing
About our flat roof survey in Sacombe
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photographs and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. We survey single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and mastic asphalt, and common reasons people get in touch are blistering in felt or asphalt and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall.
In a village or hamlet like Sacombe, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Sacombe (SG12)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sacombe
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sacombe and across Hertfordshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
Local flat roofs in Sacombe
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. Aston Bury, about 3.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sacombe. 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.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Katherine, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For landlords with property near Watton-At-Stone station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Sacombe is about 3 miles north-west of Ware, in Hertfordshire. Whether the building in Sacombe is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in SG12 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Sacombe: Sacombe Green (1 mile east), Dane End (1 mile north), Whempstead (1 mile north-west), Tonwell (1 mile south) and Standon Green End (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (6 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles south-west), Harpenden (12 miles west) and Hitchin (11 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Sacombe
The nearest railway station is Watton-At-Stone station, about 2.3 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Hertford Railway Museum (3.6 miles south) and Benington Castle (3.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Astonbury Wood.
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How we price flat roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Questions from Sacombe
Will you come out to Sacombe?
Yes, Sacombe is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Sacombe is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take 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.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, while there’s still time to plan the work. In a small place like Sacombe, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sacombe
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Surveys seven days a week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for Sacombe property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and remind them never to step on rooflights or fragile sheets.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes about one to two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Sacombe can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. 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 is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.