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Flat roof survey in South Earlswood, Surrey
Need a flat roof survey in South Earlswood? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Upstands pulling away from walls
How a flat roof survey works in South Earlswood
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber, and people most frequently book us about raised blisters across the surface and signs of deflection in the roof deck.
Somewhere as small as South Earlswood, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- South Earlswood (RH1)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
Other services in South Earlswood
Local flat roofs in South Earlswood
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
Shop and office owners around The Belfry may find that flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling. For an older house near a landmark such as Christ the King, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
South Earlswood is about 2 miles south of Redhill, in Surrey. We survey roofs in South Earlswood across London and South East England. South Earlswood is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH1 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Maple Road, Heston Road and Horley Road, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Earlswood (1 mile north), Salfords (1 mile south), Meadvale (1 mile north-west), Redhill (2 miles north) and South Nutfield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (9 miles north-west), Ewell (10 miles north), Caterham (6 miles north-east), Dorking (7 miles west), Ashtead (9 miles north-west) and Leatherhead (9 miles north-west).
Around South Earlswood
We work in homes and buildings around The Flying Scud pub, Reigate School and Earlswood Common, among other places. South Earlswood’s nearest station is Earlswood (Surrey) station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Belfry (1.8 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near South Earlswood include Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
Common questions in South Earlswood
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Earlswood?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to South Earlswood?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It’s a survey of the flat roof. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. It frequently sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Do you look in the roof space?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
What we are asked to look at in South Earlswood
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Loose or cracked edge trims
Take a building like Salfords Primary School: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What happens after the report arrives
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere like South Earlswood needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Why act early in South Earlswood
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. After that, the cost of any work is yours. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. For older village homes like those around South Earlswood, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a proper look.
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Cracking where boards meet or where the deck moves is a common early sign of trouble.