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Flat Roof Survey in Cripp's Corner
Find out the condition of the flat roof at your property in Cripp's Corner. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Flat roof survey in Cripp's Corner
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, and photograph anything that could let water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. If you’re worried about gaps at upstands and abutments and edge trims that have lifted or split, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Cripp's Corner, 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. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Cripp's Corner (TN32)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. For a village or hamlet like Cripp's Corner, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cripp's Corner
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot 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.
Why act early in Cripp's Corner
Flat roofs can’t normally be seen from the street, so they’re frequently overlooked. Owners frequently learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. A survey every few years stops that from catching you out. Around Cripp's Corner, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
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Roof by roof
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a close look.
FAQs for Cripp's Corner
Is Cripp's Corner in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Cripp's Corner listed or in a conservation area?
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 flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
How we price flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Flat roof surveys around Cripp's Corner
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. With Durhamford Manor about 1.5 miles south, Cripp's Corner sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Robertsbridge station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. The streets around a church like St Marks Staplecross are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. If you look after a building such as Staplecross Methodist Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Cripp's Corner is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Roofs in Cripp's Corner get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Across East Sussex, we cover Cripp's Corner. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN32 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Cripp's Corner, we cover Swaile's Green (1 mile south), Staplecross (1 mile north-east), Whatlington (2 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (2 miles south) and Snagshall (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (8 miles south) and Belmont (8 miles south).
Around Cripp's Corner
We work in homes and buildings around The White Hart pub. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, about 3 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Conquest Hospital (5.6 miles south) and Nortons Farm Museum (3.2 miles south). For a walk, there is Senlac Hill.