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Flat roof survey in West Chiltington, West Sussex
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in West Chiltington and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
About our flat roof survey in West Chiltington
A flat roof leak frequently travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. If you are worried about loose or cracked edge trims and pools of water lying on the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, on mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like West Chiltington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- West Chiltington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in West Chiltington
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
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.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in West Chiltington
Buyers frequently 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 frequently lead to a survey include:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Standing water left after rain
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like West Chiltington can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
Useful tips for West Chiltington property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It is useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Leave it or get it looked at?
If you’re buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Older and listed buildings around West Chiltington may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in West Chiltington
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- PI and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
West Chiltington questions
Will you come out to West Chiltington?
Yes. West Chiltington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Chiltington?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in West Chiltington?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is checked. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
Nearby places to West Chiltington
Other services in West Chiltington
Flat roof surveys around West Chiltington
The wider area around West Chiltington has a long history of building, with Old Place Manor about 2.8 miles west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as West Chiltington Community Primary School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
West Chiltington is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover West Chiltington and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. West Chiltington is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for flat roof surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH20 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Pond Rise, Church Street and Castle Rise or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around West Chiltington: West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-west), Nutbourne (1 mile west), Thakeham (1 mile south-east), Abingworth (1 mile south-east) and Marehill (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as 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).
Landmarks near West Chiltington
In West Chiltington, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. West Chiltington’s nearest station is Pulborough station, roughly 3 miles west. Nearby you will also find The Storrington And District Museum (2.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.