Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Upton, Isle of Wight
Flat roof surveys in Upton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Surveys for landlords and agents in Upton
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos.
About our flat roof survey in Upton
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It is useful to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it’s holding up and any defects we can see, with photos of each. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. If you’re worried about upstands pulling away from walls and outlets choked with leaves and silt, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Upton 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. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Upton (PO33)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
What else we do in Upton
Questions from Upton
Do you cover smaller places like Upton?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Upton hard on roofs?
It can do. Upton is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We don’t give a fixed number of years, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Flat and commercial roofs around Upton
Upton lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Historic houses like Nunwell House, about 2.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Upton 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Smallbrook Junction station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take a building like Haylands Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. The streets around a church such as Church of St. Michael and All Angels are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. If you are in Upton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Flat roof surveys in PO33 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Stroud Wood Road, Upton Road and Carters Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Haylands (1 mile north-east), Binstead (1 mile north), Ryde (1 mile north-east), Oakfield (1 mile north-east) and Elmfield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you call 07833 053749 or email us.
Landmarks near Upton
Around Upton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ryde Academy and Ryde School with Upper Chine and the streets around them. The closest station to Upton is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 1.1 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.2 miles south) and Sandown Castle (4 miles south). The countryside around Upton includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Upton frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.