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Flat roof survey in Chilgrove, West Sussex
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Chilgrove? You can book a flat roof survey in Chilgrove and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Standing water left after rain
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Flat and commercial roofs around Chilgrove
The wider area around Chilgrove has a long history of building, with West Dean House about 1.6 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Chilgrove is about 6 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. We visit Chilgrove as part of our work across West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Chilgrove and the places around it. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO18 is within our area for flat roof surveys. If you are just outside Chilgrove, we cover East Marden (2 miles west), Didling (3 miles north), Elsted (4 miles north), Compton (4 miles west) and Ingrams Green (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (7 miles south-west) and Rustington (15 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Chilgrove
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Centre (5.2 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Bow Hill.
Flat roof survey in Chilgrove: what you get
If the house you’re buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it’s worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP frequently last longer. Our report records the covering, how it is holding up and any defects we can see, with photos of each. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. If you’ve noticed ponding water that doesn’t drain away and signs of deflection in the roof deck, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Chilgrove are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Chilgrove (PO18)
- Wider area
- 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
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
- The property’s address and postcode
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
Do you need a flat roof survey in Chilgrove?
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Whatever the street in Chilgrove, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which limits apply to the survey
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Chilgrove can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Chilgrove, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Chilgrove
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
FAQs for Chilgrove
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chilgrove?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Chilgrove in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Chilgrove is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain typically needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.