Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Whempstead, Hertfordshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Whempstead, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Leaks around rooflights
About our flat roof survey in Whempstead
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big 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 it helps if you call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. We survey EPDM rubber, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass, and people most often book us about leaks around rooflights and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall.
Somewhere as small as Whempstead, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Whempstead (SG12)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys in Whempstead: local notes
Historic houses such as Aston Bury, about 2.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Whempstead goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as 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. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you live in an older home near Parish Church of All Saints, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Whempstead is about 5 miles south-east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Whempstead and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Whempstead is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire we cover for flat roof surveys. London is in our area too.
All of SG12 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Whempstead Road and Mill Lane. We also cover Dane End (1 mile east), Burn's Green (1 mile north-west), Sacombe (1 mile south-east), Haultwick (2 miles north-east) and Sacombe Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (5 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles south-west), Harpenden (12 miles west) and Hitchin (9 miles north-west).
Near you in Whempstead
The nearest railway station is Watton-At-Stone station, roughly 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hertford County Hospital (5.4 miles south) and Benington Castle (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Astonbury Wood.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Whempstead can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Questions from Whempstead
Will you come out to Whempstead?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Whempstead?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. We will confirm the timing as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. Not sure what yours is? We’ll tell you in the report.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Whempstead?
A buyer’s general survey often recommends 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.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
If you let a flat or house near Watton-At-Stone station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
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How the survey changes by roof type
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’s weakest.
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 a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets