West Sussex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Monk's Gate
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Monk's Gate, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Local flat roofs in Monk's Gate
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Good Shepherd are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. If you own a rental within reach of Horsham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take a building like St Andrew's CofE Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Monk's Gate is about 3 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Monk's Gate and nearby. Our West Sussex coverage includes Monk's Gate and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Here we cover the RH13 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Coolhurst Close, Nuthurst Road and Brighton Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Monk's Gate, we cover Mannings Heath (1 mile north), Lower Beeding (1 mile east), Crabtree (2 miles south-east), Plummers Plain (2 miles east) and Roffey (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (7 miles north-east), Horsham (3 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east) and East Grinstead (14 miles north-east).
Around Monk's Gate
We work in homes and buildings around The Dun Horse pub, Newells Preparatory School and The Forest School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Horsham station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Christs Hospital School Museum (3.4 miles west) and Horsham Hospital (3 miles north-west). The countryside around Monk's Gate includes Warnham LNR.
Flat roof survey in Monk's Gate
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. On a roof like this, a survey shows where the covering is wearing, where water is ponding and which outlets need attention. We record the condition with photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. Commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so it helps if you ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. Typical surveys look at a sagging deck under the covering and blistering in felt or asphalt, across upstands and outlets, GRP fibreglass and mastic asphalt.
In a small place like Monk's Gate, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Monk's Gate (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Monk's Gate
Also in Monk's Gate
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is usually one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Rooflights and upstands
We don’t walk on rooflights or fragile sheeting, and we treat older rooflights as fragile. We view them from safe positions and photograph what we see.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Monk's Gate, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
For a price for flat roof surveys in Monk's Gate, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Read more
FAQs for Monk's Gate
Do you cover Monk's Gate?
Yes, Monk's Gate is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Monk's Gate is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It’s a survey of the flat roof. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building, and it isn’t a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Monk's Gate?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Look for standing water a day after rain
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys typically lasts longer.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
Checking the roof from ground level
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.