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Flat roof survey in Shipton Green, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Shipton Green.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Upstands pulling away from walls
How a flat roof survey works in Shipton Green
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 photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations. Common reasons to book are standing water left after rain and edge trims that have lifted or split, across felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass.
Some older homes in villages like Shipton Green are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Shipton Green (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Shipton Green
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. After that, the cost of any work is yours. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Older cottages and farmhouses around Shipton Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
- 98% of clients satisfied
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Places near Shipton Green
Other services in Shipton Green
Local flat roofs in Shipton Green
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Shipton Green, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so check with the council.
If you let a flat or house near Bosham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If you live in an older home near St Nicholas' Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Shipton Green is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Shipton Green, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Sussex, we cover Shipton Green and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Flat roof surveys in PO20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Shipton Green Lane and Itchenor Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Somerley (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile east), Almodington (2 miles south-east), Earnley (2 miles south) and East Wittering (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (5 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Around Shipton Green
The nearest railway station is Bosham station, about 3.6 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Pilsey Island.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Shipton Green
Is Shipton Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Shipton Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Shipton Green listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
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.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
Asbestos testing is not part of our survey. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, such as old cement sheeting, the report flags them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a small place like Shipton Green, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Roof by roof
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.
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
What we’re asked to look at in Shipton Green
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. It usually comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Standing water left after rain
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
If you look after a building such as Birdham CE Primary School, a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- When you’ll get the report