West Berkshire · London and the South East
Three Ashes Flat Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Three Ashes.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Standing water left after rain
- Outlets that hold water back
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Three Ashes
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We survey single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass, and people most frequently book us about splits, cracks and crazing and loose or cracked edge trims.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Three Ashes take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Three Ashes (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
Also near Three Ashes
Also in Three Ashes
Flat roof surveys around Three Ashes
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. The wider area around Three Ashes has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 2.8 miles south. If your house is among 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.
For landlords with property near Bramley (Hants) station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Silchester Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Three Ashes is about 3 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We visit Three Ashes as part of our work across West Berkshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Three Ashes is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work for flat roof surveys. There is also a page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We also cover Bramley (1 mile south-east), Mortimer West End (2 miles north), West End Green (2 miles east), Mortimer (2 miles north) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles north-east) and Calcot (7 miles north).
Near you in Three Ashes
The nearest railway station is Bramley (Hants) station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Calleva Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
Why get it checked now?
Flat roofs can’t normally be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. In a small place like Three Ashes, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere as small as Three Ashes, access is often 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.
- 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Do you need a flat roof survey in Three Ashes?
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
We are often asked to look at:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Splits, cracks and crazing
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St. Mary, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Checking the roof from ground level
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. Do not go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
For a price for flat roof surveys in Three Ashes, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Three Ashes questions
How do I find out if my home in Three Ashes is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Three Ashes?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the address.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
What’s in the report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.