West Sussex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Bosham
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Bosham. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
About our flat roof survey in Bosham
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. Common reasons to book are splits, cracks and crazing and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, across felt flat roofs, mastic asphalt and EPDM rubber.
Older buildings in small places like Bosham may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Bosham (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Bosham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Bosham
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Bosham: your questions answered
Will you come out to Bosham?
Yes, Bosham is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bosham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. It is a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and it isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but your report describes the actual condition.
Nearby places to Bosham
What else we do in Bosham
Local flat roofs in Bosham
Bosham is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The United Reformed Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. Take a building like Bosham Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Warblington Castle, about 4.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bosham. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Bosham is about 3 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Bosham, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Bosham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on High Street, Viking Way and Merryweather Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Bosham, we cover Broadbridge (1 mile north-east), Chidham (1 mile west), Bosham Hoe (1 mile south), Nutbourne (2 miles north-west) and Fishbourne (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (3 miles east), Selsey (7 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Bosham
Around Bosham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Berkeley Arms Public House. The nearest railway station is Bosham station, about 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Cathedral Treasury (3.2 miles east) and St Richard's Hospital (3.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Book a survey every few years
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt