Reading · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Whitley
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Whitley, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Whitley
Is Whitley within the area you cover?
Yes. Whitley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Whitley?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. For a bigger roof, you’ll get a quote based on the building.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Will I get photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Flat roof survey in Whitley: what you get
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a report with photographs and our recommendations. If you’re worried about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around Whitley, many homes have a garden room, garage or outbuilding with a flat roof. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. It is worth mentioning them as you book, so the visit can include them, along with the main flat roof. Felt, rubber and GRP coverings on garages and outbuildings age in just the same way as the main roof’s.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Whitley (RG2, RG1, RG19)
- Region
- Reading
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for flat roof surveys in Whitley
To price your survey, we look at:
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. Around Whitley, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent look at the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. A visit to Whitley is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- 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.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Do you need a flat roof survey in Whitley?
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Leaks around rooflights
For hotels and guest houses around Whitley, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is usually one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
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.
Also near Whitley
Other services in Whitley
Local flat roofs in Whitley
There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Whitley, and like offices and blocks, hotels frequently sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you own a rental within reach of Reading Green Park station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For businesses in and around places such as The Oracle, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Whitley is about 1 mile west of Earley, in Reading. Whether the building in Whitley is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Reading.
Flat roof surveys in RG2, RG1 and RG19 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Litton Road, Totnes Road and Winton Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Whitley include Whitley Wood (1 mile south), Earley (1 mile east), Green Park (1 mile west), Great Lea Common (1 mile south-west) and Reading (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Caversham (3 miles north), Norcot (4 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (4 miles north-west), Arborfield Garrison (4 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (4 miles north) and Horncastle (3 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Whitley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to World Turned Upside Down pub, Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School and Pearman's Copse. You will also find Crosfields School (0.7 miles south-east) and University of Reading library (1.1 miles north-east). The closest station to Whitley is Reading Green Park station, about 1.7 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.6 miles north) and The Oracle (1.8 miles north). Not far away are Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Sonning Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Whitley
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.