Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Uppend, Hertfordshire
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Uppend, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
Flat roof survey in Uppend: what you get
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photographs and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. If you’ve noticed signs of deflection in the roof deck and blistering in felt or asphalt, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and upstands and outlets alike.
In a village or hamlet like Uppend, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Uppend (CM23)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Uppend
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Uppend
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Photographs and a written report every time
- PI and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
When to book a survey in Uppend
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. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Problems we come across often include:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- A sagging deck under the covering
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary the Virgin, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Before you book anyone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What insurance they carry
- When you will get the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Flat and commercial roofs around Uppend
About 4.7 miles south-west lies Much Hadham Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Uppend has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Anyone responsible for a site like Farnham Church of England Primary School will know that a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Landlords with a home close to Stansted Mountfitchet station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Uppend is about 3 miles north of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Uppend, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Uppend and the places around it. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Surveys in CM23 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Mount Pleasant (1 mile north-east), Farnham (1 mile south), Manuden (1 mile east), The Willows (2 miles north-west) and Stocking Pelham (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Stevenage (14 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (3 miles south), Hoddesdon (13 miles south-west), Hertford (12 miles south-west), Ware (10 miles south-west) and Baldock (15 miles west).
What’s near Uppend
For rail, the closest station is Stansted Mountfitchet station, roughly 2.9 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bishops Stortford Local History Museum (2.4 miles south) and Herts and Essex Hospital (3.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.
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.
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photos.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Uppend
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Uppend questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Uppend?
Yes, Uppend is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Uppend?
Yes, Uppend is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
A precise figure isn’t something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Uppend?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
How do I book a survey in Uppend?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Uppend can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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What affects the price in Uppend
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.