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Flat roof survey in Tilford Common, Surrey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Tilford Common and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Leaks around rooflights
Flat roof survey in Tilford Common
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it’s worth knowing its condition before exchange. Many felt roofs need renewing after around 15 to 20 years, and EPDM and GRP often go on for longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We survey single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt, and common reasons people get in touch are signs of deflection in the roof deck and splits and cracks in the covering.
In a small place like Tilford Common, 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, typically 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.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Tilford Common (GU10)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Tilford Common, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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Your questions about flat roof surveys in Tilford Common
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tilford Common?
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.
Is Tilford Common within the area you cover?
Yes, Tilford Common is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Tilford Common?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Ponding is worth looking into. It frequently means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and it wears the covering faster. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.
Will this cover the whole house?
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.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. A commercial roof typically takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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What else we do in Tilford Common
Flat roof surveys in Tilford Common: local notes
Historic houses such as Farnham Castle, about 3.9 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Tilford Common goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. If you look after a building such as All Saints CofE Aided Infant School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Tilford Common is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. We visit Tilford Common as part of our work across Surrey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Guildford.
Flat roof surveys in GU10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Tilford Reeds (1 mile north-west), Tilford (1 mile north), Rushmoor (1 mile south), Charleshill (2 miles north-east) and Millbridge (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (10 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south).
Near you in Tilford Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thundry Meadows and The Duke of Cambridge pub, among other places. Tilford Common’s nearest station is Farnham station, roughly 3.2 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Milford Hospital (5.4 miles east) and Farnham Castle (3.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Tilford Common includes Culverswell Hill and Upper Lake.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
Why it’s worth a survey now in Tilford Common
If you’re buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Tilford Common, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 98% of clients satisfied
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What we are asked to look at in Tilford Common
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. That movement pulls at seams, laps and the joints between boards, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
If you let a flat or house near Farnham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What affects the price in Tilford Common
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Building height and the viewpoints available
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- When you need the report by
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Tilford Common, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.