Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Temple Dinsley Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Temple Dinsley and the rest of Hertfordshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Leaks around rooflights
About our flat roof survey in Temple Dinsley
A flat roof does not 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 look for signs that water has reached the deck. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. If you are worried about splits, cracks and crazing and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Temple Dinsley, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Temple Dinsley (SG4)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Temple Dinsley
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
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.
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Temple Dinsley
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
How we price flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Temple Dinsley questions
How do I find out if my home in Temple Dinsley is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Temple Dinsley within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The written report follows by email.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
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Flat and commercial roofs around Temple Dinsley
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. With Knebworth House about 3.5 miles south-east, Temple Dinsley sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Martin, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. If you look after a building like Preston Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. For landlords with property near Stevenage station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Temple Dinsley is about 3 miles south of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Temple Dinsley, we can come and survey your property. Temple Dinsley is one of the places in Hertfordshire where we work for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: SG4. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on St Albans Highway and Hitchwood Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Poynders End (1 mile north-east), Preston (1 mile west), Langley End (1 mile south-east), Little Almshoe (1 mile north-east) and St Ibbs (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (13 miles south-west), Stevenage (4 miles east), St Albans (11 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (8 miles south-east), Harpenden (7 miles south-west) and Hitchin (3 miles north).
Around Temple Dinsley
In Temple Dinsley, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Stevenage station, roughly 2.9 miles east. Well-known places in the area include North Hertfordshire Museum (2.9 miles north) and Lister Hospital (2.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Markham's Hill and Purwell Ninesprings.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere like Temple Dinsley needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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’s 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
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.