West Sussex · London and the South East
Tilgate Flat Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the flat roof at your property in Tilgate. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Tilgate
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tilgate
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. We survey felt flat roofs, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes, and common reasons people get in touch are ponding water that doesn’t drain away and loose or cracked edge trims.
Outbuildings, garden rooms and garages in places like Tilgate often have flat roofs of their own. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. It is worth mentioning them as you book, so the visit can include them. Felt, rubber and GRP coverings on garages and outbuildings age in just the same way as the main roof’s.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Tilgate (RH10, RH11)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roofs in Tilgate
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. The wider area around Tilgate has a long history of building, with Tyes Place about 4.6 miles south. If yours is one of the older homes, 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Crawley station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. For businesses in and around places such as County Mall, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Tilgate is about 1 mile south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Roofs in Tilgate get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Tilgate is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for flat roof surveys.
Every address in RH10 and RH11 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include York Road, Nash Road and Cook Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Tilgate: Southgate (1 mile west), Crawley (1 mile north-west), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east), Maidenbower (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles west).
Landmarks near Tilgate
In Tilgate, that means homes and buildings near Thomas Bennett Community College, The Grasshopper pub and Tilgate Park. Tilgate’s nearest station is Crawley station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include County Mall (0.7 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). The countryside around Tilgate includes Tilgate Lake.
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. A visit to a smaller place like Tilgate is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Tilgate
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Tilgate, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Towns and villages near Tilgate
What else we do in Tilgate
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
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 photo of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
FAQs for Tilgate
Are flat-roofed garages and porches in Tilgate worth including?
Often, yes, so mention it as you book. Flat-roofed garages and porches are common in new towns like Crawley, and older felt coverings may be near the end of their life.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tilgate?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. Not sure what yours is? We’ll tell you in the report.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address.