Hampshire · London and the South East
Thruxton Flat Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Thruxton, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Cracked or split membrane
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
About our flat roof survey in Thruxton
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. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. If you’ve noticed splits and cracks in the covering and gaps at upstands and abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Thruxton 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. 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.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Thruxton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Thruxton
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. The report shows where it’s cracking and how far it seems to extend.
FAQs for Thruxton
How do I find out if my home in Thruxton is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Thruxton?
Yes, Thruxton is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: on the roof where it is safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Why act early in Thruxton
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It usually 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. Around Thruxton, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
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How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Thruxton, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Related advice
Flat roofs in Thruxton
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Landlords with a home close to Grateley station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Take a building like Amport Church of England Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter and St Paul, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Thruxton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Thruxton, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Thruxton and the places around it. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: SP11. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Lambourne Way, Lambourne Close and Stanbury Close or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Mullenspond (1 mile east), East Cholderton (1 mile south-east), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Appleshaw (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Andover (4 miles east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles north-west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (3 miles north-west).
What’s near Thruxton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The George Inn, among other places. The closest station to Thruxton is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Ludgershall Castle (3.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Thruxton
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.