Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in South Ham
Flat roof surveys in South Ham, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in South Ham
Every flat roof covering tends to fail in its own way. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. Single-ply PVC and TPO roofs are checked at their welds, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it is doing helps you plan what comes next. If you are worried about splits, cracks and crazing and loose or cracked edge trims, we can find out what’s behind it, on mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber alike.
Flat roofs in smaller places like South Ham can be more exposed, particularly where nothing shelters them, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- South Ham (RG22, RG21, RG23)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from South Ham
Will you come out to South Ham?
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.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Ham?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We don’t give a fixed number of years, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. Not sure what yours is? We will tell you in the report.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Do you need a flat roof survey in South Ham?
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Leaks around rooflights
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Raised blisters across the surface
The streets around a church such as Saint Peter's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their insurance cover
Places near South Ham
Also in South Ham
Flat and commercial roofs around South Ham
The wider area around South Ham has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 3.5 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you run a business near The Malls, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. If you own a rental within reach of Basingstoke station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
South Ham is about 1 mile south-west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in South Ham. South Ham is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for flat roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Surveys in RG22, RG21 and RG23 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Pheby Road, Wella Road and Lennox Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Brighton Hill (1 mile south), Basingstoke (1 mile north-east), Winklebury (1 mile north-west), Buckskin (1 mile west) and Worting (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north).
Near you in South Ham
In South Ham, that means homes and buildings near Aldworth School, Coppice Spring School and Eastrop Park, among other places. The closest station to South Ham is Basingstoke station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Basing House (2.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Homes around South Ham often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
What affects the price in South Ham
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
If you’re 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 ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in South Ham and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.