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Flat roof survey in Shaw, West Berkshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings around Shaw, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Upstands pulling away from walls
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Flat roof survey in Shaw: what you get
If the house you’re buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it is worth knowing its condition before exchange. Many felt roofs need renewing after around 15 to 20 years, and EPDM and GRP frequently go on for longer. Our report records the covering, how it’s holding up and any defects we can see, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. If you’re worried about loose or cracked edge trims and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around a smaller place like Shaw, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Shaw (RG14, RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Flat roofs cannot typically be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. Around Shaw, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Shaw
- Prices that include VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Flat roof surveys around Shaw
Within a mile and a half or so of Shaw there are several hotels, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use. About 0.3 miles north-west lies Shaw House, a reminder of how long the area around Shaw has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Hotels and guest houses near Shaw can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do. Landlords with a home close to Newbury Racecourse station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Mary, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Shaw is about 1 mile north-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Wherever you are in Shaw, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
All of RG14 and RG18 is within our area for flat roof surveys. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Park Lane, Shaw Road and Kiln Road. With the A4 close by, Shaw is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Speenhamland (1 mile west), Donnington (1 mile north-west), Speen (1 mile west), Bagnor (2 miles west) and Stockcross (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east), Lambourn (12 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (11 miles east). As one of the bigger places in West Berkshire, Shaw has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Shaw
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Victoria Park, Trinity School and Trinity School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Donnington Castle (1.3 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1 mile east). Open spaces near Shaw include Audrey's Meadow.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Shaw
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shaw?
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.
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Shaw?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. For a bigger roof, you’ll get a quote based on the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. For a survey in Shaw, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
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.