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Flat roof survey in Goose Green, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Goose Green from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. It’s your choice who carries out the work and when.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Flat roof survey in Goose Green: what you get
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from the roof itself where that’s safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. Common reasons to book are dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and splits, cracks and crazing, across single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass.
In a village or hamlet like Goose Green, 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. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Where we can’t see part of the flat roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Goose Green (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Mastic asphalt
Older asphalt can become brittle and crack as the roof moves. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. We record any we can see, with photos.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Goose Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s 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.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Goose Green: your questions answered
Is Goose Green in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is Goose Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Goose Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How much is a survey?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We don’t give a fixed number of years, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How do I book a survey in Goose Green?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Common roof problems in Goose Green
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 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.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
Flat and commercial roofs around Goose Green
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Historic houses such as Parham House, about 4.5 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Goose Green goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you own a rental within reach of Billingshurst station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you look after a building such as Rydon Community College, a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Goose Green is about 9 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Goose Green, the roof can be surveyed. Across West Sussex, we cover Goose Green. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Every address in RH20 is within our area for flat roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Goosegreen Lane and Cray's Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Thakeham (1 mile south-west), Warminghurst (1 mile south), Abingworth (1 mile south-west), West Chiltington (2 miles west) and Heath Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Crawley (14 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (11 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Goose Green
The closest station to Goose Green is Billingshurst station, about 4.6 miles north-west. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (3.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.