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Flat Roof Survey in Balls Cross
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Balls Cross, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Standing water left after rain
Flat roof survey in Balls Cross: what you get
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: on the roof where it’s safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. Where any area cannot be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so you know exactly what was covered. We survey EPDM rubber, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes, and people most frequently book us about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and gaps at upstands and abutments.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Balls Cross take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
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.
- Where
- Balls Cross (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Balls Cross
Do you cover smaller places like Balls Cross?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Balls Cross listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How do I book a survey in Balls Cross?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Balls Cross?
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Outlets that hold water back
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Cracked or split membrane
- Leaks around rooflights
The streets around a church like Holy Trinity Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What insurance they carry
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The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Balls Cross, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, 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.
- 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.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Useful tips for Balls Cross property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
What a flat roof survey looks like in Balls Cross
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Historic houses such as Petworth House, about 2.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Balls Cross goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Balls Cross is about 12 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Surveys in Balls Cross work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Across West Sussex, we cover Balls Cross. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Here we cover the GU28 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you’re just outside Balls Cross, we cover Kirdford (2 miles east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles north-east), Plaistow (3 miles north-east), Ifold (4 miles north-east) and Wisborough Green (4 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles east), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Rustington (15 miles south), Storrington (10 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Balls Cross
Well-known places in the area include Lodsworth Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Not far away are The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Balls Cross
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.