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Flat Roof Survey in Findon Valley
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Findon Valley. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Raised blisters across the surface
Flat roof survey in Findon Valley
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. We survey EPDM rubber, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are failed upstands where the roof meets a wall and edge trims that have lifted or split.
Around a smaller place like Findon Valley, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Findon Valley (BN14, BN13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Findon Valley
Findon Valley is within about 4 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor, about 3.5 miles south-west, show how far back building around Findon Valley goes. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering. If you look after a building such as Vale School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Landlords with a home close to West Worthing station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Findon Valley is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover Findon Valley and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Surveys in BN14 and BN13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Salvington (1 mile south), Offington (1 mile south), Worthing (2 miles south), Broadwater (2 miles south-east) and Sompting (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles south-east).
Near you in Findon Valley
Around Findon Valley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Durrington High School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is West Worthing station, about 2.4 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Worthing Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (1.9 miles south). Open spaces near Findon Valley include Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
Places near Findon Valley
What else we do in Findon Valley
What we look for on each type of roof
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Findon Valley
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Findon Valley. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Homes around Findon Valley frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- 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’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Findon Valley, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Why act early in Findon Valley
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is frequently a small repair. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. On a bungalow or cottage around Findon Valley, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Findon Valley
- Photos and a written report every time
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Common questions in Findon Valley
Is the coastal weather around Findon Valley hard on roofs?
It can do. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Findon Valley is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is my home in Findon Valley 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.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the roof itself where that’s safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
Asbestos testing is not part of our survey. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, such as old cement sheeting, the report flags them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure is not something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.