West Sussex · London and the South East
Petworth Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys across Petworth, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Petworth, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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How a flat roof survey works in Petworth
Every flat roof covering tends to fail in its own way. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. Single-ply PVC and TPO roofs are checked at their welds, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it is doing helps you plan what comes next. Typical surveys look at a sagging deck under the covering and gaps at upstands and abutments, across felt flat roofs, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber.
Somewhere as small as Petworth, 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. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Petworth (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Petworth
Also in Petworth
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Different roofs, different checks
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
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.
How we price flat roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Flat roof surveys in Petworth: local notes
The wider area around Petworth has a long history of building, with Petworth House about 0.3 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Sacred Heart Church, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Petworth Cof E Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Petworth is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Petworth is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Petworth and the places around it. Guildford is in our area too.
Surveys in GU28 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Station Road, Back Lane and Rosemary Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Being close to the A272 and A283, Petworth is easy for us to reach for flat roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Hampers Green (1 mile north), Haslingbourne (1 mile south-east), Tillington (1 mile west), Rotherbridge (1 mile south-west) and Upperton (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (13 miles south).
Near you in Petworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Old Square Tavern, among other places. The closest station to Petworth is Pulborough station, roughly 4.4 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Coates Castle (2.6 miles south) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.2 miles south). Not far away are The Mens.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Petworth
Do you cover smaller places like Petworth?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Petworth?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Petworth?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, 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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. For an older or listed building in a place like Petworth, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the flat roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets