Hampshire · London and the South East
Tangley Flat Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Tangley. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Splits and cracks in the covering
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Tangley can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tangley
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: on the roof where it’s safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. If part of the roof cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so you know exactly what was covered. Typical surveys look at loose or cracked edge trims and a sagging deck under the covering, on mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and upstands and outlets.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Tangley take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Tangley (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Tangley
Other services in Tangley
Flat and commercial roofs around Tangley
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, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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 normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
The streets around a church like Church of St Thomas of Canterbury are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Tangley is about 5 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Tangley, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Flat roof surveys in SP11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Tangley include Chute Forest (1 mile south-west), Hatherden (2 miles south-east), Upper Chute (2 miles west), Clanville (2 miles south) and Redenham (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Andover (5 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Ludgershall (4 miles west), Whitchurch (9 miles east), East Anton (4 miles south-east) and Overton (12 miles east).
Around Tangley
Around Tangley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Cricketer's Arms, among other places. Tangley’s nearest station is Andover station, roughly 4.6 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles south) and Ludgershall Castle (4.1 miles west). Open spaces near Tangley include Anton Lakes.
When to book a survey in Tangley
Flat roofs frequently get walked on for other jobs: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. Each visit can damage a covering not made for regular foot traffic. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
If you own a rental within reach of Andover station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their insurance cover
- Which limits apply to the survey
Leave it or get it looked at?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Tangley, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why book us in Tangley
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Questions from Tangley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tangley?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Tangley in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source isn’t obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Tangley
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Tangley, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt