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Flat Roof Survey in West Reading
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? We carry out flat roof surveys in West Reading and across Reading.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Reading
Offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats often sit under large flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. Common reasons to book are standing water left after rain and outlets choked with leaves and silt, across single-ply membranes, felt flat roofs and upstands and outlets.
Around a smaller place like West Reading, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Location
- West Reading (RG30, RG1, RG31)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in West Reading
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Why it’s worth a survey now in West Reading
Flat roofs can’t usually be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. A survey every few years stops that from catching you out. Around West Reading, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Photos and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
West Reading questions
Will you come out to West Reading?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in West Reading listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. As a guide, felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, with the most urgent first where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
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What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
How it works
The visit typically 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 about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. For a survey in West Reading, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Useful tips for West Reading property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, so you can talk the findings through.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys normally lasts longer.
What a flat roof survey looks like in West Reading
About 2.8 miles north-west lies Mapledurham House, a reminder of how long the area around West Reading has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Within a mile and a half or so of West Reading there are several hotels, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Broad Street Mall, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. For hotels and guest houses around West Reading, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it pays to find faults before guests do. Take a building like Battle School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
West Reading is about 1 mile north-west of Reading, in Reading. We carry out flat roof surveys in West Reading for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Reading coverage includes West Reading.
Surveys in RG30, RG1 and RG31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Lundy Lane, Wilson Road and Wilton Road. West Reading is on the A4, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Coley Park (1 mile south-east), Reading (1 mile south-east), Caversham Heights (2 miles north), Lower Caversham (2 miles north-east) and Green Park (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (6 miles south-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east), Sonning Common (4 miles north), Caversham Park Village (3 miles north-east) and Sonning (4 miles east). West Reading is among the bigger towns we cover in Reading.
Around West Reading
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The WREN School, Round Copse and The Rose And Thistle Public House. West Reading has its own railway station: Reading West station. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (within half a mile north) and Broad Street Mall (0.8 miles east). Open spaces near West Reading include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Sonning Hill.
Prices for flat roof surveys in West Reading
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
For a price for flat roof surveys in West Reading, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.