Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Flat roof surveys across Ventnor, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
About our flat roof survey in Ventnor
A flat roof leak frequently travels before it shows on the ceiling. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and single-ply membranes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are blisters and bubbles in the covering and outlets that hold water back.
Around Ventnor, many homes have a garden room, garage or outbuilding with a flat roof. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. If you want them looked at too, mention them when you book. Smaller roofs use the same coverings as bigger ones, from felt to rubber and GRP, and age in the same way.
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.
- Place
- Ventnor (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a survey in Ventnor, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Common roof problems in Ventnor
Buyers often book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Building owners and managing agents book to plan maintenance, or before a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Cracked or split membrane
For an older house near a landmark such as St Catherine's Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Before booking anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- What insurance they carry
- Whether VAT is added on top
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ventnor
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Ventnor
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Ventnor, such as hotels?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Ventnor?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
Towns and villages near Ventnor
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What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
Flat roofs in Ventnor
Ventnor is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Rylstone Manor, about 2.6 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ventnor. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Shanklin station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Ventnor means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Ventnor is about 8 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Ventnor is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Ventnor is one of the towns and villages in the Isle of Wight where we work for flat roof surveys. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO38 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Old Station Road, Market Street and High Street. Being close to the A3055 and B3327, Ventnor is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Ventnor include Steephill (1 mile south-west), Bonchurch (1 mile east), St Lawrence (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north) and Luccombe Village (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (8 miles north-west), Ryde (9 miles north), Cowes (12 miles north), Sandown (5 miles north-east), Shanklin (3 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). Ventnor is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight. Remote addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you book.
What’s near Ventnor
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy and The Blenheim pub. The nearest railway station is Shanklin station, about 3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (3 miles north-east) and Longshoremans Museum (under half a mile south). Not far away are Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
Roof by roof
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
We don’t walk on rooflights or fragile sheeting, and we treat older rooflights as fragile. We view them from safe positions and photograph what we see.