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Flat Roof Survey in Northchapel
Flat roof surveys in Northchapel, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Ponding water that does not drain away
How a flat roof survey works in Northchapel
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets 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 photos and our recommendations. We survey EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are splits and cracks in the covering and a sagging deck under the covering.
Somewhere as small as Northchapel, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Northchapel (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The roof’s overall size
For a price for your roof in Northchapel, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Flat and commercial roofs around Northchapel
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Historic houses like Petworth House, about 4.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Northchapel goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Northchapel Community Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you own a rental within reach of Haslemere station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Michael, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Northchapel is about 12 miles south-east of Farnham, in West Sussex. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Northchapel. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Flat roof surveys in GU28 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Pipers Lane, Valentines Lea and St Michaels Close. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Ebernoe (2 miles south-east), Shillinglee (2 miles north-east), Lurgashall (2 miles south-west), Ansteadbrook (2 miles north-west) and Ramsnest Common (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (14 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south-east), Billingshurst (9 miles east), Roffey (15 miles east), Southwater (13 miles east) and Midhurst (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Northchapel
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Deepwell Tavern. For rail, the closest station is Haslemere station, roughly 4 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Northchapel include Shillinglee Lake and Blackdown.
FAQs for Northchapel
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Northchapel?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Northchapel within the area you cover?
Yes, Northchapel is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What happens after the survey?
You will get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Nearby places to Northchapel
Also in Northchapel
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. We record any we can see, with photographs.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Northchapel can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Preparing for the visit
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.