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Flat roof survey in Yiewsley, Greater London
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Yiewsley.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets that hold water back
Flat roof survey in Yiewsley: what you get
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. If part of the roof can’t be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so you know exactly what was covered. Typical surveys look at blisters and bubbles in the covering and outlets that hold water back, on EPDM rubber, single-ply membranes and mastic asphalt.
On a London roof terrace or a flat roof over a back addition, water often runs under the covering before it shows. Upstands against parapets, outlets and the edge where flat meets pitched are common entry points. In a converted house in Yiewsley, the roof above may belong to the building rather than one flat.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Yiewsley (UB5, UB4, UB1)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Yiewsley
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. In time, the covering dries out, cracks and loosens at its edges and laps. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Shop and office owners around The Chimes may find that outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Also near Yiewsley
Also in Yiewsley
Flat roof surveys around Yiewsley
Northolt Manor, about 1.4 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Yiewsley. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Landlords with a home close to Southall station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. As a London address, Yiewsley can be tricky for parking: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway when booking.
Yiewsley is about 2 miles north-east of Hayes, in Greater London. Whether the building in Yiewsley is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Yiewsley is one of the places in Greater London we cover. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Flat roof surveys in UB5, UB4 and UB1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Owen Road, Friar Road and Maple Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Yiewsley, we cover Yeading (1 mile north), Dormers Wells (2 miles south-east), Northolt (2 miles north-east), Southall (2 miles south) and South Ruislip (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover London (13 miles east), City of Westminster (10 miles east), Marylebone (11 miles east), Kensington (8 miles east), St Pancras (12 miles east) and Shoreditch (13 miles east).
Around Yiewsley
Around Yiewsley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Hart Public House, Northala Fields and Barnhill Community High School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Southall station, about 1.8 miles south. Nearby you will also find Hayes Cottage Hospital (1.5 miles south-west) and The Chimes (3.8 miles west). Open spaces near Yiewsley include Northala Fields and Yeading Brook Meadows.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Yiewsley
A leak over an office, shop or unit can affect the people and stock underneath. Surveying the roof in good time means work can be planned and budgeted around the people who use the building. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Yiewsley
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
The survey, step by step
The visit usually 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. All told, expect about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. For a visit in Yiewsley, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. On the day, the roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Yiewsley, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
FAQs for Yiewsley
Do you carry out roof surveys in Yiewsley?
Yes, Yiewsley is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Yiewsley as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Yiewsley?
It depends on the street. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Yiewsley?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
How do I book a survey in Yiewsley?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
We do not test for asbestos. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, like old cement sheeting, the report flags them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
What we can’t see
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes