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Flat Roof Survey in Arlington
Flat roof surveys in Arlington, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof survey in Arlington: what you get
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: from the roof itself where that’s safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. Where any area cannot be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. We survey EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass, and common reasons people get in touch are raised blisters across the surface and pools of water lying on the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Arlington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Arlington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey looks like in Arlington
With Michelham Priory about 1.5 miles north-east, Arlington sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Pancras, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you let a flat or house near Berwick (Sussex) station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Arlington is about 3 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. In Arlington, as across East Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton.
We survey roofs across BN26 for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Wickstreet (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile west), Wilmington (2 miles south), Selmeston (2 miles west) and Milton Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles north-east) and Crowborough (14 miles north).
Around Arlington
Around Arlington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Yew Tree Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.2 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Agricultural Museum (2 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (4.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Arlington includes Combe Hill.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
For a price for flat roof surveys in Arlington, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Arlington questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Arlington?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Arlington?
Yes. Arlington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Arlington?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you look in the loft space?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, recording anything that could let water through. Where the source is not obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We do not put a figure on it. As a guide, felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
What we do, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Arlington, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
Mastic asphalt
Older asphalt can become brittle and crack as the roof moves. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
Practical tips
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it makes changes easy to spot at the next survey.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. For older village homes like those around Arlington, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.