West Sussex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Hangleton, West Sussex
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Hangleton, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
Roof by roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photos.
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
How a flat roof survey works in Hangleton
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it is doing helps you plan what comes next. We are frequently asked to look into cracked or split membrane and gaps at upstands and abutments, across mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber.
Somewhere as small as Hangleton, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Hangleton (BN12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Hangleton
Flat roofs often get walked on for other jobs: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. Each visit can damage a covering not made for regular foot traffic. Fixings added through the covering frequently start leaks too.
Common reasons to book include:
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Leaks around rooflights
- Outlets that hold water back
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Take a building like Ferring CofE Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
What to check before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- When you’ll get the report
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
Nearby places to Hangleton
More services for Hangleton
Flat and commercial roofs around Hangleton
Hangleton lies within about 2 miles of the sea, 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. With Ecclesden Manor about 0.9 miles north-west, Hangleton sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Goring-By-Sea station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Take an older house close to St Andrew's Church: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Hangleton is about 2 miles west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We carry out flat roof surveys in Hangleton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Sussex, we cover Hangleton. Brighton is in our area too.
Every address in BN12 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Ferring (1 mile south-east), Kingston Gorse (1 mile south), Angmering (1 mile north-west), West Kingston (1 mile south-west) and East Preston (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (10 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (3 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east), Lancing (6 miles east) and Storrington (7 miles north).
Near you in Hangleton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Clapham Wood and Chatsmore Catholic High School, among other places. Hangleton’s nearest station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 1 mile east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Zachary Merton Hospital (2.1 miles south-west) and Rustington Museum (2.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Highdown Hill.
Useful tips for Hangleton property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It is written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
Why act early in Hangleton
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. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Hangleton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A written report with photos
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Hangleton
Is my home in Hangleton listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Hangleton?
Yes. Hangleton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
How do I book a survey in Hangleton?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a hamlet or village like Hangleton, 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 you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.