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Flat roof survey in Lickfold, West Sussex
Flat roof surveys around Lickfold, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. As for time on site, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. For a village or hamlet like Lickfold, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and 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.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Flat roof survey in Lickfold: what you get
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you’ve noticed raised blisters across the surface and edge trims that have lifted or split, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Lickfold are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Lickfold (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for flat roof surveys in Lickfold
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Common questions in Lickfold
Do you cover smaller places like Lickfold?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lickfold?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain usually needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Local flat roofs in Lickfold
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. About 3.4 miles south-west lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around Lickfold has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Lawrence: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Landlords with a home close to Haslemere station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Lickfold is about 11 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We visit Lickfold as part of our work across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Lickfold is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. There is also a page for Guildford.
Flat roof surveys in GU28 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Lurgashall (1 mile north-east), Lodsworth (2 miles south), Northchapel (3 miles north-east), Ebernoe (3 miles east) and Ansteadbrook (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Chichester (13 miles south), Storrington (12 miles south-east), Billingshurst (10 miles east), Portfield (13 miles south), Yapton (15 miles south) and Southwater (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Lickfold
The nearest railway station is Haslemere station, about 4.7 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Lodsworth Castle (3.1 miles south) and Midhurst Museum (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Lickfold include Cooksbridge Meadow and Blackdown.
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Nearby places to Lickfold
Also in Lickfold
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lickfold
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. Most frequently it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. Older cottages and farmhouses around Lickfold can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Lickfold
- A written report with photographs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.