East Sussex · London and the South East
Boarshead Flat Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Boarshead. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
What happens if roof problems are left?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
How a flat roof survey works in Boarshead
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it’s doing helps you plan what comes next. We survey GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked or split membrane and gaps at upstands and abutments.
Somewhere as small as Boarshead, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Boarshead (TN6)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
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, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It’s a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Boarshead can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Boarshead
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Flat and commercial roofs around Boarshead
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. With Groombridge Place about 3.3 miles north, Boarshead sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Beacon Academy will know that a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Landlords with a home close to Eridge station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Boarshead is about 2 miles north-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We cover Boarshead and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
All of TN6 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Being close to the A26, Boarshead is easy for us to reach for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Boarshead include Steel Cross (1 mile south), Jarvis Brook (1 mile south), Crowborough (2 miles south-west), Mott's Mill (2 miles north) and Marden's Hill (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (8 miles south), Upper Horsebridge (14 miles south) and Cliffe (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Boarshead
In Boarshead, that means homes and buildings near The Boars Head Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Boarshead is Eridge station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east. A little further out are Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.8 miles south-west) and Bolebroke Castle (4.9 miles north-west). Open spaces near Boarshead include Crowborough Country Park.
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Rooflights and upstands
Upstands at walls and parapets need to stay watertight as the building moves. We check for splits, gaps and loose flashings above the upstand.
Boarshead questions
Do you cover Boarshead?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Boarshead as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you cover smaller places like Boarshead?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. Where the source isn’t obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when you book.