For Homeowners & Buyers • England & Wales

Home Flood Risk Assessment

Clear, planning-ready flood risk reports for home extensions, new homes and house purchases — prepared by a qualified consultant, in plain English, from £295.

FRAs from £295
3–5 day turnaround
Plain-English reports
Extensions & self-builds
Property purchases

Flood Risk, Explained for Homeowners

Whether you're extending your home, building a new one, or buying a property, flood risk can suddenly become something you need answered — usually by a planning authority, a solicitor or a lender. A home flood risk assessment sets out, in plain terms, what the risk actually is and what (if anything) needs to be done about it.

Flood Risk Environmental prepares domestic flood risk reports across England and Wales. You deal directly with the consultant, the fee is fixed and agreed up front, and most reports are turned around in a few working days.

Residential homes in an area at risk of flooding

What Your Report Covers

Not sure which report you need? Tell us the address and what's prompting the question and we'll point you to the right one. If you don't need one, we'll tell you that too.

  • ✓  The latest Environment Agency flood data for your property
  • ✓  All relevant sources of flooding assessed
  • ✓  Finished floor levels and mitigation (for planning reports)
  • ✓  Flood resilience and resistance recommendations
  • ✓  A clear, plain-English summary you can act on
  • ✓  Fixed fee from £295+VAT, delivered in 3–5 days

Which Home Flood Risk Report Do You Need?

Extension or new home (planning)

If your site is in Flood Zone 2 or 3, your planning application will usually need a Flood Risk Assessment. We prepare these to satisfy the council first time — common for extensions, annexes and self-builds. Do I need one for an extension? →

Buying or selling a property

A property flood risk report gives buyers, sellers and those bidding at auction a clear, independent picture of the flood risk before committing — useful for due diligence and peace of mind.

Why Homeowners Choose Us

Example Flood Risk Assessment report cover prepared by Flood Risk Environmental

Plain English, no jargon. You get a clear answer on what the flood risk is and what it means for your project — not a report written only for engineers.

Specialists who do this every day. Flood risk and drainage is all we do, so domestic FRAs are handled quickly and correctly, and pass planning first time.

Fixed fee from £295. Quoted up front within 24 hours, with no hidden extras. See full pricing →

We Help Homeowners With

  • ✓  Single and two-storey extensions
  • ✓  New dwellings and self-builds
  • ✓  Garden annexes and outbuildings
  • ✓  Change of use to residential
  • ✓  House purchases and auction due diligence
  • ✓  Peace-of-mind flood checks

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a flood risk assessment for a house extension?
If your property is in Flood Zone 2 or 3, the council will usually require a Flood Risk Assessment to support an extension — even a modest one. You can check your flood zone on the Environment Agency's flood map for planning, and if you're unsure, contact us for free advice.
How much does a domestic flood risk assessment cost?
Home Flood Risk Assessments start from £295+VAT for Flood Zone 1 and from £395+VAT for Flood Zone 2 and 3. You'll get a fixed quote within 24 hours, with no hidden extras.
Is a planning flood risk assessment the same as an insurance flood report?
No. A planning Flood Risk Assessment supports a planning application and is read by the council; it isn't an insurance or mortgage product. If you're buying a property, a separate property flood risk report can help with due diligence — tell us your situation and we'll recommend the right one.
How quickly can I get my report?
Most home flood risk assessments are delivered within 3–5 working days, with a faster service available if you're up against a deadline.

Trusted by Developers, Architects & Planning Consultants

★★★★★

“Antony was great to work with when we needed a Flood Risk Assessment and Emergency Flood Plan. As an architect I would definitely use FRE Consultants again — professional and produced reports within a good time frame.”

Arkhi Architects
Architect, England
★★★★★

“Antony carried out a SuDS report for one of our projects and provided an excellent service throughout — quick to respond, clear, and thorough within the agreed timescale.”

Rahul Patel
Developer
★★★★★

“The service received was great and at a competitive cost. We were granted planning after first submission.”

Holly Addison
Homeowner

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Flood Risk & Environmental Consulting • Independent Flood Risk, Drainage & Utilities Consultants

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