West Sussex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Abingworth
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Abingworth, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Cracked or split membrane
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
Rooflights and upstands
Where a flat roof meets a wall, the upstand has to stay sealed as the building moves. We check for splits, gaps and loose flashings above the upstand.
Flat roof survey in Abingworth
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We survey GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are edge trims that have lifted or split and outlets choked with leaves and silt.
Some older homes in villages like Abingworth are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Abingworth (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Abingworth
What else we do in Abingworth
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Questions from Abingworth
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Abingworth?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Abingworth?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Flat roofs in Abingworth
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. About 3.1 miles south-west lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Abingworth has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Mary, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear. If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you look after a building like Thakeham Primary School, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Abingworth is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Bookings from Abingworth are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our West Sussex coverage includes Abingworth and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We work across RH20 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Abingworth Crescent, Chestnut Drive and Shelley Place. Other places close to Abingworth include Thakeham (1 mile north-east), Warminghurst (1 mile east), Heath Common (1 mile south-east), West Chiltington Common (1 mile west) and West Chiltington (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Abingworth
Around Abingworth, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. The closest station to Abingworth is Pulborough station, about 3.9 miles west. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (1.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
Why get it checked now?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It typically points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Older cottages and farmhouses around Abingworth can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Abingworth
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Abingworth can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 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.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.