Hampshire · London and the South East
Wickham Common Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Wickham Common, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Cracked or split membrane
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Flat roof survey in Wickham Common
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. That is why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes, and people most often book us about loose or cracked edge trims and water getting in at rooflights.
In a small place like Wickham Common, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Wickham Common (PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Wickham Common
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. After that, the cost of any work is yours. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Older cottages and farmhouses around Wickham Common can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wickham Common
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
What we’re asked to look at in Wickham Common
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. It normally comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Leaves and silt from nearby trees can soon choke an outlet.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Splits, cracks and crazing
For landlords with property near Fareham station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Before you book anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What experience they bring
- What the survey will not cover
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a hamlet or village like Wickham Common, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Advice
Local flat roofs in Wickham Common
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Wickham Common, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For businesses in and around places such as Fareham Shopping Centre, flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wickham Church of England Primary School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Wickham Common is about 3 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Wickham Common, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Wickham Common is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for flat roof surveys. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Flat roof surveys in PO17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Southwick Road, Castle Farm Lane and Black Cottage Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Wickham Common include Crockerhill (1 mile south-west), Hundred Acres (1 mile north-east), Welborne (1 mile south-west), North Boarhunt (1 mile east) and North Fareham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south-west) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Near you in Wickham Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Old House Hotel and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Fareham station, roughly 2.8 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Knowle Hospital (1.6 miles south-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (2.6 miles south). Not far away are St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wickham Common
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Questions from Wickham Common
How do I find out if my home in Wickham Common is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Wickham Common within the area you cover?
Yes. Wickham Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
Our survey looks across the whole roof, not only above the stain. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.