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Flat roof survey in Atherington, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you spend money on it. Flat roof surveys in Atherington.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Water getting in at rooflights
About our flat roof survey in Atherington
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it is worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it is holding up and any defects we can see, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We survey EPDM rubber, single-ply membranes and felt flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about water getting in at rooflights and standing water left after rain.
Somewhere as small as Atherington, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Atherington (BN17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the flat roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Atherington
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
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Atherington: your questions answered
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Atherington, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like Atherington?
Yes, Atherington is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Book a survey every few years
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Look for standing water a day after rain
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Rural addresses near Atherington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. Sometimes some details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. Older cottages and farmhouses around Atherington 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.
For a price for your roof in Atherington, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Atherington
- Visits on any day of the week
- Photos and a written report every time
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Flat roofs in Atherington
Atherington lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you let a flat or house near Littlehampton station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. The streets around a church such as Bailiffscourt Chapel are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. If you look after a building such as St Mary's CofE Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Atherington is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Atherington, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property. Atherington is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for flat roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
All of BN17 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Climping (1 mile north), Horsemere Green (1 mile north-west), Ford (2 miles north), Wick (2 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Around Atherington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Littlehampton Academy and The Black Horse Public House and the streets around them. Atherington’s nearest station is Littlehampton station, roughly 1.5 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Lyminster Siege Castle (3.8 miles north-east) and Rustington Museum (3.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Atherington
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.