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Flat Roof Survey in Turnham Green
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Turnham Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Standing water left after rain
How a flat roof survey works in Turnham Green
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can point to poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that is deflecting. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. We survey mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are signs of deflection in the roof deck and blistering in felt or asphalt.
Across London, flat roofs are everywhere, from back additions and dormers to roof terraces, blocks of flats and offices. Coverings range from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes, and each fails in its own way. Which one is on a roof in Turnham Green shapes how it’s checked. Older flat roofs are frequently felt or asphalt, newer ones rubber or GRP.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Turnham Green (W4, SW13, W6)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. Sometimes a few details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. London’s older roofs often have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Towns and villages near Turnham Green
More services for Turnham Green
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In Turnham Green, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you. A back bedroom window can be the best vantage point for a rear addition, so we may ask to use one.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there is safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
Flat roofs in Turnham Green
There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Turnham Green, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, frequently have flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use. Outer London has a good many Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. If your home in Turnham Green is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Next to the main roofs there is normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
With Hogarth's House about 0.2 miles west, the area around Turnham Green has a long history. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, often re-covered more than once. If you let a flat or house near Chiswick station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. For businesses in and around places like Livat Hammersmith, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Turnham Green is about 2 miles south of Acton, in Greater London. We carry out flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Turnham Green and nearby. Our Greater London coverage includes Turnham Green and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Flat roof surveys in W4, SW13 and W6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Duke Road, Short Road and Binns Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Turnham Green: Old Chiswick (1 mile east), Chiswick (1 mile north), Grove Park (1 mile south-west), Barnes (1 mile south-east) and Kew (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (5 miles north-east), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (6 miles north-east), Shoreditch (8 miles east) and Walthamstow (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Turnham Green
We work in homes and buildings around Polish Library POSK in London, George and Devonshire pub and The Swedish School and the streets around them. You’ll also find Chiswick School (under half a mile south-west) and Dukes Meadows (0.8 miles south-west). The closest station to Turnham Green is Chiswick station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Kurdish Museum Library and Archive (0.9 miles north-east) and Barnes Hospital (1.3 miles south). Not far away are Campden Hill and Duke's Hollow.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Book a survey every few years
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Turnham Green questions
How do I find out if my home in Turnham Green is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Turnham Green?
Parking in Turnham Green, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
Do you cover Turnham Green?
Yes, we do. Turnham Green is part of the area we cover.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. The report follows by email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photographs.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.