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Flat roof survey in Compton, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you spend money on it. Flat roof surveys in Compton, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
About our flat roof survey in Compton
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photos so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so it helps if you call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. If you’ve noticed raised blisters across the surface and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, we can find out what’s behind it, on felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Compton take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Compton (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
Also near Compton
Also in Compton
Common roof problems in Compton
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Standing water left after rain
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
For landlords with property near Rowlands Castle station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before booking anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What insurance they carry
- What exactly goes into their report
- What follow-up you get after the report
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Compton
Will you come out to Compton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is my home in Compton listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
What a flat roof survey does not cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
Why it’s worth a survey now in Compton
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is often a small repair. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. In a place like Compton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Compton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Flat roofs in Compton
The wider area around Compton has a long history of building, with Uppark about 1.8 miles north. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Take a building like Compton and Up Marden CofE Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Compton is about 5 miles east of Horndean, in West Sussex. In Compton, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Compton is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Church Lane and School Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include East Marden (2 miles east), South Harting (3 miles north), East Harting (3 miles north-east), Chilgrove (4 miles east) and Elsted (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south-east), Selsey (14 miles south), Emsworth (6 miles south), Portfield (9 miles south-east) and Yapton (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Compton
In Compton, that means homes and buildings near The Coach And Horses Public House. The nearest railway station is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 3.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Petersfield Community Hospital (5.7 miles north) and Clanfield Earthwork (4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Compton Down.
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.