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Flat roof survey in West Chiltington Common, West Sussex
Flat roof surveys across West Chiltington Common, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in West Chiltington Common
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. Typical surveys look at splits, cracks and crazing and edge trims that have lifted or split, across felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets.
In a smaller place like West Chiltington Common, some flat roofs sit in the open, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- West Chiltington Common (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
Nearby places to West Chiltington Common
Also in West Chiltington Common
Common roof problems in West Chiltington Common
Flat roofs often get walked on for other jobs: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. 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.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Cracked or split membrane
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
For site and facilities teams at buildings like West Chiltington Community Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- When you’ll get the report
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Surveys for landlords and agents in West Chiltington Common
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Local flat roofs in West Chiltington Common
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around West Chiltington Common has a long history of building, with Parham House about 2.4 miles south-west. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
West Chiltington Common is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We visit West Chiltington Common as part of our work across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on Morris Way, Nightingales and Wells Place and the roads around them. We also cover the places around West Chiltington Common: West Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile east) and Wiggonholt (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Near you in West Chiltington Common
We work in homes and buildings around Rydon Community College. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 2.7 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles south) and Amberley Castle (4.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near West Chiltington Common include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in West Chiltington Common
Do you cover West Chiltington Common?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and West Chiltington Common is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Chiltington Common?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. It often sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
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’re allowed to reach.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like West Chiltington Common, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from ground level, 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.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.