West Sussex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Tillington
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Tillington, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in Tillington
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are blisters and bubbles in the covering and gaps at upstands and abutments.
Some older homes in villages like Tillington are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Tillington (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tillington
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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.
Flat roofs in Tillington
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Petworth House, about 0.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Tillington. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of All Hallows, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Petworth Cof E Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Tillington is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Tillington is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Guildford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: GU28. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Upperton Road, Cemetery Lane and Tillington Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Upperton (1 mile north-west), Petworth (1 mile east), Hampers Green (1 mile north-east), Rotherbridge (1 mile south) and River (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (14 miles east), Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (13 miles south) and Rustington (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Tillington
In Tillington, that means homes and buildings near The Old Square Tavern and the streets around them. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (1.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.7 miles south). Not far away are Graffham Common.
How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Tillington, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- 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.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Tillington, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
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Common questions in Tillington
Is Tillington within the area you cover?
Yes, Tillington is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Tillington is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
Do you go up onto the roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.