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Flat Roof Survey in Midhurst
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Midhurst, with photographs and a written report.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
What you can safely check yourself
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. Don’t go up yourself.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Flat roof survey in Midhurst
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof isn’t right. 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. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. Common reasons to book are blistering in felt or asphalt and ponding water that doesn’t drain away, across felt flat roofs, GRP fibreglass and mastic asphalt.
Outbuildings, garden rooms and garages in places like Midhurst often have flat roofs of their own. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. If you want them looked at too, mention them as you book. Felt, rubber and GRP coverings on garages and outbuildings age in just the same way as the main roof’s.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Midhurst (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Midhurst
Midhurst has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use. The wider area around Midhurst has a long history of building, with Cowdray House about 0.6 miles north-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Midhurst CofE Primary School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you live in an older home near Roman Catholic Church of Divine Motherhood, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. For hotels and guest houses around Midhurst, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Midhurst is about 8 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Midhurst. Across West Sussex, we cover Midhurst and the places around it. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in GU29 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Station Road, Edinburgh Square and Pretoria Avenue or a nearby road, we can survey it. Midhurst sits on or near the A272 and A286. We also cover the places around Midhurst: Bepton Common (1 mile south-west), West Lavington (1 mile east), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south), Easebourne (1 mile north-east) and Woolbeding (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (14 miles east) and Billingshurst (13 miles east).
What’s near Midhurst
Around Midhurst, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Egmont Public House, Midhurst Rother College and St Margaret's Convent and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (0.8 miles north-east) and Lodsworth Castle (3.2 miles east). The countryside around Midhurst includes Levin Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
Midhurst: your questions answered
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Midhurst, like hotels?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. For a bigger roof, you will get a quote based on the building, and roof access is agreed with you ahead of the visit.
How do I find out if my home in Midhurst is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you work in Midhurst?
Yes. We cover Midhurst and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. We will confirm the timing when you book.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Useful tips for Midhurst property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
If you’re buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on the findings.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
GRP fibreglass
A well-laid GRP roof frequently lasts up to about 30 years. Cracking where boards meet or where the deck moves is a common early sign of trouble.
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
Places near Midhurst
Also in Midhurst
Why it’s worth a survey now in Midhurst
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the people who use the building. On a bungalow or cottage around Midhurst, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Midhurst
- Visits on any day of the week
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Homes around Midhurst frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- You let us know 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’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.