Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Sedrup
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Sedrup and the rest of Buckinghamshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Splits, cracks and crazing
About our flat roof survey in Sedrup
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. If you’ve noticed outlets that hold water back and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Sedrup are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Sedrup (HP17)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Sedrup
Do you cover Sedrup?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Sedrup is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Sedrup?
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 when booking.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Ponding is worth looking into. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and it wears the covering faster. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
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.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we cannot see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Sedrup
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
Nearby places to Sedrup
Other services in Sedrup
Why get it checked now?
If you are buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. After that, the cost of any work is yours. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Sedrup, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sedrup
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent view of the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Flat roof surveys in Sedrup: local notes
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Friars Square, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. If you let a flat or house near Aylesbury station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Sedrup is about 2 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Sedrup and nearby. Sedrup is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We survey roofs across HP17 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Bishopstone (1 mile south), Walton Court (1 mile east), Upton (2 miles west), Ford (2 miles south-west) and Dinton (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as High Wycombe (12 miles south), Chesham (11 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north-west), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Beaconsfield (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (3 miles north-east).
Near you in Sedrup
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Harrow pub, The Mandeville School and Pebble Brook School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Aylesbury station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Dinton Castle (2.1 miles west) and Friars Square (1.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Snakemoor.
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes an hour or two at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Sedrup, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.