Hampshire · London and the South East
Stroud Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Stroud from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets that hold water back
- Loose or cracked edge trims
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
About our flat roof survey in Stroud
A flat roof doesn’t 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. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. If you are worried about blocked or damaged outlets and signs of deflection in the roof deck, we can find out what’s behind it, on mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets alike.
In a small place like Stroud, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Stroud (GU32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
Questions about the findings are always welcome. 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.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys normally lasts longer.
Questions from Stroud
Do you cover Stroud?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Stroud is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Stroud within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Asbestos testing is not part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, like cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is normally one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are typically where trouble starts. Every upstand and edge is looked at, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Stroud, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We check the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. 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.
Why act early in Stroud
A small split in a flat roof is usually a modest job when it’s found early. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. Older and listed buildings around Stroud may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Stroud
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Also near Stroud
Other services in Stroud
Flat roofs in Stroud
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Stroud Mission Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. Anyone responsible for a site like Langrish Primary School will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Landlords with a home close to Petersfield station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Stroud is about 2 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. If you are in Stroud, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the GU32 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Local streets include Winchester Road, Stroudfields and Ramsdean Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Stroud include Langrish (1 mile west), Petersfield (2 miles east), Froxfield Green (2 miles north-west), Steep (2 miles north-east) and High Cross (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Winchester (15 miles west), Havant (10 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south), Alton (10 miles north) and Waterlooville (9 miles south).
Local landmarks in Stroud
Around Stroud, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Petersfield School, Morton House School and Seven Stars pub. The closest station to Stroud is Petersfield station, about 1.3 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Petersfield Community Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Clanfield Earthwork (4.2 miles south). Not far away are Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Pidham Hill.