Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in St Ibbs, Hertfordshire
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in St Ibbs from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Leaks around rooflights
- Upstands pulling away from walls
Flat roof survey in St Ibbs
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. We survey mastic asphalt, single-ply membranes and upstands and outlets, and people most frequently book us about water getting in at rooflights and blistering in felt or asphalt.
In a small place like St Ibbs, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- St Ibbs (SG4)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in St Ibbs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Flat roof surveys around St Ibbs
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. The wider area around St Ibbs has a long history of building, with Knebworth House about 4.1 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building like St Ippolyts Church of England Aided Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you own a rental within reach of Hitchin station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. The streets around a church such as Church of St Ippolyts (church of England) are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses 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.
St Ibbs is about 2 miles south of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. If you’re in St Ibbs, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes St Ibbs. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SG4 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Sperberry Hill (1 mile north-east), Little Almshoe (1 mile south), St Ippolyts (1 mile north-east), Gosmore (1 mile north-west) and Titmore Green (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (4 miles east), St Albans (12 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (9 miles south), Harpenden (8 miles south-west) and Hatfield (11 miles south).
Landmarks near St Ibbs
We work in homes and buildings around Hitchin Girls' School, The Bull Public House and Kingshott School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hitchin station, about 1.9 miles north. A little further out are Lister Hospital (2.1 miles east) and North Hertfordshire Museum (1.8 miles north). Open spaces near St Ibbs include Purwell Ninesprings and Markham's Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it is weakest.
Nearby places to St Ibbs
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What we do, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like St Ibbs, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Why act early in St Ibbs
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It normally points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and each wet season wears the covering further. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. Outbuildings and barns around St Ibbs are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in St Ibbs
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent look at the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Common questions in St Ibbs
Do you carry out roof surveys in St Ibbs?
Yes, St Ibbs is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you cover smaller places like St Ibbs?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and it is not a structural engineer’s report.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in St Ibbs?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it is agreed before booking.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source is not obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in St Ibbs?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.