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Flat roof survey in Ditchling Common, West Sussex
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Ditchling Common, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
About our flat roof survey in Ditchling Common
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. We survey felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and single-ply membranes, and people most often book us about failed seals around rooflight kerbs and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting.
In a small place like Ditchling Common, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently 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 main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Ditchling Common (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Ditchling Common questions
Is my home in Ditchling Common listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ditchling Common?
Yes, Ditchling Common is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Ditchling Common as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
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.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
Where it’s 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. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Flat and commercial roofs around Ditchling Common
About 4.7 miles north-west lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Ditchling Common has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Landlords with a home close to Burgess Hill station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Ditchling Common is about 2 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Bookings from Ditchling Common are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across West Sussex, we cover Ditchling Common. You can also see our page for Brighton.
We work across BN6 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Ditchling Common: Wivelsfield (1 mile north), Wivelsfield Green (2 miles north-east), Plumpton Green (2 miles south-east), Streat (2 miles south) and East Chiltington (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (4 miles north), East Grinstead (13 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Ditchling Common
We work in homes and buildings around The Burgess Hill Academy and Burgess Hill Girls and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Burgess Hill station, about 1.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Clayton Castle (3.4 miles south-west) and Burgess Hill Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Ditchling Beacon.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ditchling Common
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What this survey can’t tell you
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you’re buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Older and listed buildings around Ditchling Common may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
What you get with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Ditchling Common, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.