Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Skinner's Hill Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Skinner's Hill, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Standing water left after rain
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You will spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Flat roof survey in Skinner's Hill
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. If you’re worried about leaks around rooflights and outlets that hold water back, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Skinner's Hill, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Skinner's Hill (PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is normally one large sheet, bonded to the deck. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. We look at seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
Towns and villages near Skinner's Hill
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What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Skinner's Hill, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
Flat roof surveys around Skinner's Hill
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Skinner's Hill, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and the whole island is open to sea air and wind. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Take a building like Newchurch Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. The streets around a church such as All Saints' Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear. If you own a rental within reach of Sandown station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Skinner's Hill is about 5 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Skinner's Hill is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the PO36 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Skinner's Hill and Hill Top. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Queen's Bower (1 mile south-east), Alverstone Garden Village (1 mile north-east), Alverstone (1 mile east), Lake (2 miles south-east) and Sandown (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south), East Cowes (7 miles north-west) and Oakfield (4 miles north-east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Local landmarks in Skinner's Hill
In Skinner's Hill, that means homes and buildings near Sandown Bay Academy and The Pointer Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Sandown station, about 1.7 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2 miles south-east) and Sandown Castle (2.3 miles east). Not far away are Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Skinner's Hill
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Skinner's Hill?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Will you come out to Skinner's Hill?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How much is a survey?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. A commercial roof normally takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
Our survey doesn’t include asbestos testing. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it is disturbed.