Wokingham · London and the South East
Wargrave Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Wargrave from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Flat roof survey in Wargrave: what you get
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. We survey single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and upstands and outlets, and people most often book us about signs of deflection in the roof deck and blisters and bubbles in the covering.
In a smaller place like Wargrave, some flat roofs sit in the open, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Wargrave (RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a smaller place like Wargrave, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Wargrave
A leak over an office, shop or unit can affect the people and stock underneath. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the business. Around Wargrave, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Towns and villages near Wargrave
What else we do in Wargrave
Flat and commercial roofs around Wargrave
About 4.2 miles north-east lies Harleyford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Wargrave has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start. If you own a rental within reach of Wargrave station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Wargrave is about 4 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. If you are in Wargrave, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Wargrave is one of the towns and villages in Wokingham where we work. There’s also a page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG10 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include High Street, Langhams Way and Victoria Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Wargrave, we cover Bowsey Hill (1 mile north-east), Lower Shiplake (1 mile north-west), Cockpole Green (2 miles north), Knowl Hill (2 miles east) and Warren Row (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Reading (6 miles south-west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (6 miles south-west), Crowthorne (9 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
What’s near Wargrave
In Wargrave, that means homes and buildings near Loddon Nature Reserve, The Piggott School and The White Hart pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Wargrave station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St Mark's Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Hurley Chalk Pit and South Lake.
Checking the roof from ground level
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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Wargrave
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM frequently lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Anyone responsible for a site like Robert Piggott CofE Infant School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their insurance cover
- Which limits apply to the survey
Questions from Wargrave
Is my home in Wargrave listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is Wargrave in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Wargrave is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is checked. If the cause cannot be seen, we will say so and suggest what would help.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
We do not test for asbestos. If we see materials that could contain it, like cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.