West Sussex · London and the South East
Strettington Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Strettington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
How a flat roof survey works in Strettington
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. Where any area cannot be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so you know exactly what was covered. We survey single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about blisters and bubbles in the covering and signs of deflection in the roof deck.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Strettington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Strettington (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
When to book a survey in Strettington
Buyers often book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Building owners and managing agents book to plan maintenance, or before a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Flat roof surveys around Strettington
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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. Goodwood House, about 0.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Strettington. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Boxgrove CofE Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. The streets around a church such as St Andrew's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Strettington is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover Strettington and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in PO18 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Strettington include Westerton (1 mile west), Waterbeach (1 mile north), Maudlin (1 mile south-west), Boxgrove (1 mile east) and Tangmere (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Around Strettington
We work in homes and buildings around The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School. For rail, the closest station is Chichester station, roughly 2.8 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include The Chichester City Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Strettington include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Strettington, access is often the only tricky part. 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.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. Our report notes cracks and any sign that the deck is flexing.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. We check seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
FAQs for Strettington
Do you cover smaller places like Strettington?
Yes, Strettington is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is Strettington in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not usually stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Strettington
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.