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Flat Roof Survey in Marehill
Flat roof surveys in Marehill, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
Flat roof survey in Marehill: what you get
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a written report with photographs and our recommendations. If you’ve noticed gaps at upstands and abutments and outlets that hold water back, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Marehill take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, 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.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Marehill (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Marehill
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. About 1.4 miles west lies Old Place Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Marehill has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Wiggonholt Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Take a building like St Mary's Church of England Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Marehill is about 10 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Bookings from Marehill are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Marehill is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Brighton is in our area too.
We survey roofs across RH20 for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on West Chiltington Road, Tudor Close and Kings Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Marehill: Nutbourne (1 mile north-east), Broomershill (1 mile north-west), Wiggonholt (1 mile south), West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-east) and West Chiltington (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Marehill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rising Sun Inn, among other places. Marehill’s nearest station is Pulborough station, roughly 1.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Amberley Castle (4 miles south-west) and The Storrington And District Museum (2.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Marehill
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Marehill can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Questions from Marehill
Do you cover Marehill?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Marehill is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Marehill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source is not obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Marehill
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on what we found.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.