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Broadland Row Flat Roof Survey
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Broadland Row? You can book a flat roof survey in Broadland Row and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- A sagging deck under the covering
Roof by roof
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
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.
About our flat roof survey in Broadland Row
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. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. We’re often asked to look into water getting in at rooflights and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, on EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass.
Somewhere as small as Broadland Row, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Broadland Row (TN31)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Common roof problems in Broadland Row
The details are frequently where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re often the first things to fail.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Mary: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Will the report include photos?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Around Broadland Row, older homes can have small or awkward roof 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Common questions in Broadland Row
Do you cover smaller places like Broadland Row?
Yes. Broadland Row is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Broadland Row, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Broadland Row is within about 5 miles of the coast.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
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. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Flat roof surveys in Broadland Row: local notes
Broadland Row lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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.
Great Dixter, about 4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Broadland Row. Older houses nearby frequently have flat roofs added much later, built to very different standards from the main roof. For landlords with property near Doleham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Broadland Row is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cover Broadland Row and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across East Sussex, we cover Broadland Row. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
All of TN31 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Hundredhouse Lane and Udimore Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Broad Oak (1 mile west), Udimore (1 mile east), Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-west), Doleham (2 miles south-west) and Broad Street (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Broadland Row
For rail, the closest station is Doleham station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Conquest Hospital (4.8 miles south-west) and Barn Theatre and Museum (3.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Flatropers Wood.
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
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What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- The property’s address and postcode
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.