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Burwash Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Burwash from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Cracked or split membrane
- Leaks around rooflights
How a flat roof survey works in Burwash
Ponding is frequently the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. We are often asked to look into ponding water that doesn’t drain away and splits and cracks in the covering, across felt flat roofs, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass.
Somewhere as small as Burwash, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Burwash (TN19)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Burwash
About 0.8 miles south-west lies Bateman's, a reminder of how long the area around Burwash has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Bartholomew, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For landlords with property near Stonegate station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Burwash is about 10 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Burwash, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Burwash is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for flat roof surveys. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: TN19. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on High Street, Rother View and Hoppers Croft Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Burwash: Burwash Weald (2 miles south-west), Burwash Common (2 miles south-west), Wood's Corner (4 miles south), Dallington (4 miles south) and Punnett's Town (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (15 miles south), Hastings (12 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles south-west), Crowborough (10 miles west) and St Leonards (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Burwash
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Admiral Vernon Public House. The nearest railway station is Stonegate station, about 1.8 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles north) and Old Castle (3.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
Also near Burwash
Also in Burwash
Burwash: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Burwash?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Burwash?
Yes, Burwash is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
We check the whole roof, since water can travel before it shows inside. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. If the cause cannot be seen, we will say so and suggest what would help.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
How fast do I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What we’re asked to look at in Burwash
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Leaks around rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Cracked or split membrane
If you look after a building like Burwash CofE School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Burwash
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Useful tips for Burwash property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a proper look.
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older rural homes like those around Burwash can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.