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Flat Roof Survey in Kirdford
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Kirdford. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kirdford
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
How a flat roof survey works in Kirdford
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photographs and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you’ve noticed gaps at upstands and abutments and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Kirdford may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Where
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Kirdford
Other services in Kirdford
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, often laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a careful look.
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older roofs in small places like Kirdford can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that’s safe.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Flat and commercial roofs around Kirdford
About 4.1 miles south-west lies Petworth House, a reminder of how long the area around Kirdford has been built on. 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. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Billingshurst station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Kirdford gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Kirdford is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We survey roofs across RH14 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Kirdford: Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Kirdford
The nearest railway station is Billingshurst station, roughly 4.7 miles east. Not far away are Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
Kirdford questions
Do you cover Kirdford?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Kirdford as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Kirdford listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
Our survey looks across the whole roof, not only above the stain. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is checked. If the cause can’t be seen, we will say so and suggest what would help.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
Useful tips for Kirdford property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.