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Lumley Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Lumley, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
GRP fibreglass
A well-laid GRP roof frequently lasts up to about 30 years. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
Flat roof survey in Lumley
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, and photograph anything that could let water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. We survey upstands and outlets, mastic asphalt and EPDM rubber, and people most frequently book us about pools of water lying on the roof and blocked or damaged outlets.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Lumley take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Lumley (PO10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a small place like Lumley, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Why get it checked now?
Flat roofs can’t usually be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. For an older or listed building in a place like Lumley, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
- 20+ years’ experience
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for a Basic Survey, 24 to 48 hours for a Standard Survey and the same day for a Premium Survey.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Flat and commercial roofs around Lumley
Lumley is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. About 1.6 miles west lies Warblington Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Lumley has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Church of St James: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St James Church of England Controlled Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For landlords with property near Emsworth station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Lumley is about 1 mile east of Emsworth, in West Sussex. Lumley is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Lumley is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO10 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Lumley Road and Northlands Park or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Lumley include Emsworth (1 mile west), Westbourne (1 mile north), Southbourne (1 mile east), Woodmancote (1 mile north-east) and Denvilles (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (12 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (7 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Lumley
In Lumley, that means homes and buildings near Eames Farm, Bourne Community College and Lord Raglan P.H. Pub. There’s a railway station in Lumley itself: Emsworth station. Other landmarks nearby include Warblington Castle (1.6 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (less than half a mile south-west). Not far away are Stoke Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
Common questions in Lumley
How do I find out if my home in Lumley is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lumley?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.