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Flat roof survey in Shepperton, Surrey
Flat roof surveys in Shepperton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Standing water left after rain
Flat roof survey in Shepperton
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so it helps if you ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. Common reasons to book are water getting in at rooflights and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, on GRP fibreglass, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes.
Flat roofs in smaller places like Shepperton can be more exposed, particularly where nothing shelters them, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Shepperton (TW17)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price flat roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Why act early in Shepperton
If you are buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. After that, the cost of any work is yours. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. Blocked gutters on homes around Shepperton overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shepperton
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Shepperton is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- 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.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Related advice
Towns and villages near Shepperton
Also in Shepperton
Flat and commercial roofs around Shepperton
The Homewood, about 3.8 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Shepperton. 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. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Shepperton, and like offices and blocks, hotels frequently sit under flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
If you own a rental within reach of Shepperton station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Shepperton is about 1 mile north of Weybridge, in Surrey. Whether the building in Shepperton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Surrey coverage includes Shepperton. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We survey roofs across the TW17 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets like High Street, Station Road and Manygate Lane, and we cover them all. With the B3366 close by, Shepperton is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. We also cover Weybridge (1 mile south), Walton-on-Thames (2 miles south-east), St George's Hill (2 miles south), Burwood Park (2 miles south) and Hersham (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (12 miles south-west), Woking (8 miles south-west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (8 miles south-east), Ewell (9 miles east) and Egham (5 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Shepperton
Around Shepperton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sunbury Park, The Anchor pub and St Nicholas CofE Primary School and the streets around them. Shepperton has its own railway station: Shepperton station. A little further out are No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Kempton Steam Museum (2.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Kempton Park Reservoirs and St Ann's Hill.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Shepperton
Water that doesn’t drain sits on the roof and speeds up wear. It typically comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Leaves and silt from nearby trees can soon choke an outlet.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Standing water left after rain
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Splits and cracks in the covering
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Shepperton, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What exactly goes into their report
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
Questions from Shepperton
Will you come out to Shepperton?
Yes, Shepperton is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Shepperton?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Shepperton?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.