Hampshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Upper Burgate, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Upper Burgate. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Leaks around rooflights
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Upper Burgate, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our flat roof survey in Upper Burgate
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 note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. If you are worried about ponding water that doesn’t drain away and edge trims that have lifted or split, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Upper Burgate, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Upper Burgate (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roofs in Upper Burgate
The wider area around Upper Burgate has a long history of building, with Breamore House about 1.6 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
Take an older house close to Woodgreen Methodist Church: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Upper Burgate is in Hampshire. If you are in Upper Burgate, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Hampshire, we cover Upper Burgate. There is also a page for Southampton.
We survey roofs across SP6 for flat roof surveys. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Salisbury Road and Fryern Court Road. If you are just outside Upper Burgate, we cover Lower Burgate (1 mile south), Breamore (1 mile north), Tinkers Cross (1 mile south-west), Fordingbridge (1 mile south-west) and Upper Street (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns like Totton (12 miles east), Romsey (13 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south), Ringwood (7 miles south), Barton on Sea (15 miles south) and Marchwood (15 miles east).
Near you in Upper Burgate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bat and Ball pub and Fordingbridge Infant School. A little further out are Fordingbridge Museum (1.3 miles south) and Godshill Castle Hill (0.8 miles east).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Burgate
Landlords and letting agents in Upper Burgate book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Common questions in Upper Burgate
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Burgate?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Upper Burgate?
Yes, Upper Burgate is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. Not sure what yours is? We will tell you in the report.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will confirm the timing as you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Upper Burgate?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
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Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Book a survey every few years
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Upper Burgate?
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:
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Burgate School and Sixth Form, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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.