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Flat Roof Survey in Somerley
Need a flat roof survey in Somerley? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Ponding water that does not drain away
Flat roof survey in Somerley
A flat roof doesn’t shed water the way a pitched roof does. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. We survey felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt, and people most often book us about outlets choked with leaves and silt and water getting in at rooflights.
In a small place like Somerley, 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, usually show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Somerley (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Somerley questions
How do I find out if my home in Somerley is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is the coastal weather around Somerley hard on roofs?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Somerley is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure is not something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Somerley
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Somerley and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How we price flat roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Somerley needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- 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.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Flat roof surveys in Somerley: local notes
Somerley is within about 2 miles of the coast, 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. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Landlords with a home close to Fishbourne station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St James' Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Somerley is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Somerley, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property. Somerley is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for flat roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Surveys in PO20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Bell Lane and Hundredsteddle Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Somerley, we cover Almodington (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile north-east), Shipton Green (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south) and East Wittering (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Somerley
Around Somerley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Birdham Public House, among other places. The closest station to Somerley is Fishbourne station, about 4 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Somerley
Flat roofs often get walked on for other jobs: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Standing water left after rain
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Splits and cracks in the covering
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Birdham CE Primary School, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their track record with similar roofs
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Somerley
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
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Why it is worth a survey now in Somerley
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is frequently a small repair. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. Older and listed buildings around Somerley may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Somerley
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.