West Sussex · London and the South East
Goddards Green Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Goddards Green and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Leaks around rooflights
- A sagging deck under the covering
About our flat roof survey in Goddards Green
If the house you are 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 frequently last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with photos of each. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. Common reasons to book are damaged trims at the roof edge and splits, cracks and crazing, on single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Goddards Green, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Goddards Green (BN6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Goddards Green, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
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 call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
Also near Goddards Green
Also in Goddards Green
Flat and commercial roofs around Goddards Green
Ockenden Manor, about 3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Goddards Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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 your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Edward the Confessor, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Take a building like St Paul's Catholic College: a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own a rental within reach of Burgess Hill station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Goddards Green is about 2 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Goddards Green is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Goddards Green is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the BN6 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Local streets include Cuckfield Road and High Hatch Lane, all of which we cover. Being close to the A2300, Goddards Green is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Goddards Green include Hickstead (1 mile west), Abbotsford (1 mile east), Jacob's Post (1 mile east), Sayers Common (2 miles south-west) and Ansty (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (9 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (4 miles north-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (10 miles south-west).
Around Goddards Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Southway Junior School. The nearest railway station is Burgess Hill station, roughly 2.1 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Burgess Hill Museum (2 miles east) and Clayton Castle (4.1 miles south). The countryside around Goddards Green includes Wolstonbury Hill and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
Common questions in Goddards Green
Do you cover Goddards Green?
Yes, Goddards Green is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Goddards Green?
Yes. Goddards Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
Useful tips for Goddards Green property owners
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
If you’re buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on what we found.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What affects the price in Goddards Green
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.