West Sussex · London and the South East
Codmore Hill Flat Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you spend money on it. We carry out flat roof surveys in Codmore Hill.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Splits and cracks in the covering
Flat roof survey in Codmore Hill
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 often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. If you are worried about upstands pulling away from walls and edge trims that have lifted or split, we can find out what’s behind it, on felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets alike.
In a village or hamlet like Codmore Hill, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Codmore Hill (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
How the survey changes by roof type
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. We look for cracks at board joints, around trims and at upstands.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Codmore Hill?
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Standing water left after rain
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Upstands pulling away from walls
If you own a rental within reach of Pulborough station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which limits apply to the survey
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Codmore Hill questions
Is Codmore Hill in the area you cover?
Yes, Codmore Hill is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Codmore Hill?
Yes, Codmore Hill is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source is not obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
What’s in the report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
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. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a hamlet or village like Codmore Hill, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it 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.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Keep pets in another room
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Useful tips for Codmore Hill property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Note the date and type of any roof work
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It is useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
How we price flat roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Flat roofs in Codmore Hill
With Old Place Manor about 1 mile south-west, Codmore Hill sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Codmore Hill is about 10 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Bookings from Codmore Hill are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Crawley is in our area too.
We work across the RH20 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Masons Way, Hill Farm Lane and Stane Street. We also cover Broomershill (1 mile south-east), North Heath (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile south-east), Marehill (1 mile south-east) and Gay Street (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Codmore Hill
For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, about 1.2 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Coates Castle (4.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include The Mens.