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Flat Roof Survey in Storrington
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Storrington.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Flat roof survey in Storrington: what you get
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it’s worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it is holding up and any defects we can see, with photos of each. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. We survey mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets, and people most often book us about loose or cracked edge trims and leaks around rooflights.
Around a smaller place like Storrington, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let plenty of water into the room below. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
The Standard Survey adds 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.
- Where
- Storrington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Places near Storrington
What else we do in Storrington
Flat roof surveys around Storrington
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Historic houses such as Parham House, about 2 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Storrington goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building such as Storrington Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Storrington is about 7 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Storrington and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Storrington is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on Windmill Copse, Wantley Lane and Field End and the roads around them. Storrington sits on or near the B2139, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we survey roofs in Cootham (1 mile west), Sullington (1 mile south-east), Heath Common (1 mile east), Abingworth (1 mile north-east) and West Chiltington Common (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Around Storrington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Parham Park, Rydon Community College and The Moon pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 3.9 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find The Storrington And District Museum (less than half a mile south) and Amberley Castle (4.1 miles west). For a walk, there is Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a smaller place like Storrington, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Storrington
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Storrington: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Storrington?
Yes, Storrington is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Will you come out to Storrington?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
Asbestos testing isn’t part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, like cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Storrington
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Storrington
Buyers frequently book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photographs.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Pools of water lying on the roof
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Before you book anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether VAT is added on top
What affects the price in Storrington
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.