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Flat roof survey in Westerton, West Sussex
Need a flat roof survey in Westerton? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Leaks around rooflights
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Common roof problems in Westerton
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, and in time it can open up splits and cracks. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Peter, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Westerton
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. We are frequently asked to look into raised blisters across the surface and upstands pulling away from walls, across EPDM rubber, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass.
In a village or hamlet like Westerton, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Westerton (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere like Westerton needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Why it is worth a survey now in Westerton
If you are buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. For older village homes like those around Westerton, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A written report with photos
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
What affects the price in Westerton
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- When you need the report by
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Roof by roof
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are normally where trouble starts. Every upstand and edge is looked at, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
Rooflights and upstands
Where a flat roof meets a wall, the upstand has to stay sealed as the building moves. We check for splits, gaps and loose flashings above the upstand.
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Westerton: your questions answered
Is my home in Westerton listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover Westerton?
Yes, Westerton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
Where it’s safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and the report says if any part couldn’t be seen. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Flat roof surveys in Westerton: local notes
About 0.8 miles north lies Goodwood House, a reminder of how long the area around Westerton has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you look after a building such as The March CofE Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. For landlords with property near Chichester station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Westerton is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Westerton is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Flat roof surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover Strettington (1 mile east), Waterbeach (1 mile north-east), Maudlin (1 mile south), Westhampnett (1 mile south-west) and Shopwyke (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Westerton
In Westerton, that means homes and buildings near Chichester High School For Girls, Westbourne House School and The Coach And Horses Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Chichester station, roughly 2.5 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Chichester Castle (2 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Westerton includes Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.