Surrey · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Westborough
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Westborough from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Upstands pulling away from walls
About our flat roof survey in Westborough
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It helps to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP frequently last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We survey felt flat roofs, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass, and people most frequently book us about blisters and bubbles in the covering and damaged trims at the roof edge.
Around a smaller place like Westborough, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Westborough (GU2, GU1, GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Westborough: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Westborough?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Westborough?
Yes, we cover commercial roofs as well as homes. Access to the roof is sorted out with whoever manages the building before the day.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Do you cover Westborough for flat roof surveys?
Yes. We cover Westborough and the rest of Surrey. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Also near Westborough
More services for Westborough
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Westborough
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
Flat roof surveys in Westborough: local notes
There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Westborough. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Historic houses such as Guildford Castle, about 1.4 miles south-east, show how far back building around Westborough goes. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, often re-covered more than once. Hotels and guest houses near Westborough cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do. Anyone responsible for a site like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Westborough is about 1 mile west of Guildford, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Westborough, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Westborough is one of the places in Surrey where we work for flat roof surveys.
Every address in GU2, GU1 and GU3 is covered for flat roof surveys. Local streets include Cabell Road, Clover Road and Weston Road, all of which we cover. With the A323 close by, Westborough is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. If you’re just outside Westborough, we cover Stoughton (1 mile north), Bellfields (1 mile north-east), Guildford (1 mile east), Abbotswood (2 miles east) and Jacobs Well (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Woking (5 miles north), Camberley (8 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles west), Egham (13 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (13 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Around Westborough
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Kings College Guildford, Broadstreet and Hare and Hounds pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Guildford station, about 1 mile south-east. A little further out are Royal Surrey County Hospital (0.6 miles south-west) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (0.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Westborough include Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it is weakest.
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
How we price flat roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
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.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a smaller place like Westborough, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- 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.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.