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Flat roof survey in Watersfield, West Sussex
Flat roof surveys in Watersfield from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Standing water left after rain
Flat roof survey in Watersfield: what you get
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photographs and our recommendations. We survey single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are upstands pulling away from walls and blistering in felt or asphalt.
Older buildings in small places like Watersfield may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Watersfield (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt roofs are common on older flats, walkways and commercial buildings. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. Our report sets out its condition and the areas most at risk.
Places near Watersfield
What else we do in Watersfield
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
FAQs for Watersfield
Do you cover smaller places like Watersfield?
Yes, Watersfield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Watersfield is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. It is a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and it isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Watersfield
About 1.8 miles west lies Bignor Roman Villa, a reminder of how long the area around Watersfield has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
For landlords with property near Pulborough station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Watersfield is about 8 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Watersfield and the rest of West Sussex. Watersfield is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We work across the RH20 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Local streets include London Road, Chapel Close and River Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Watersfield: Coldwaltham (1 mile north-east), Lower Horncroft (1 mile north), West Burton (1 mile south-west), Coates (2 miles north-west) and Bury (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Watersfield
We work in homes and buildings around St James' CofE Primary School and The Labouring Man pub and the streets around them. Watersfield’s nearest station is Pulborough station, about 2.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Amberley Museum (2.5 miles south) and Coates Castle (1.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Watersfield include Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Why act early in Watersfield
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It usually points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. For older village homes like those around Watersfield, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Watersfield
- Every finding written up with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere like Watersfield needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Watersfield, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Watersfield
Flat roofs frequently get walked on for other jobs: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. 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.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Outlets that hold water back
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Giles: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What exactly goes into their report