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Flat Roof Survey in Doleham
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Doleham. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on what we found.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Flat roof survey in Doleham: what you get
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it’s worth knowing its condition before exchange. Many felt roofs need renewing after around 15 to 20 years, and EPDM and GRP frequently go on for longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. If you are worried about raised blisters across the surface and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Doleham may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Doleham (TN35)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Doleham
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Flat and commercial roofs around Doleham
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Doleham, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. With Durhamford Manor about 3.9 miles north-west, Doleham 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.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St George, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Doleham is about 4 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. If you are in Doleham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our East Sussex coverage includes Doleham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: TN35. We cover properties on Doleham Lane and Doleham Close and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Three Oaks (1 mile south-east), Broadland Row (2 miles north-east), Broad Street (2 miles east), Broad Oak (2 miles north) and Udimore (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Hastings (4 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-west), St Leonards (5 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (4 miles south), Belmont (4 miles south) and Langney (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Doleham
There’s a railway station in Doleham itself: Doleham station. A little further out are Conquest Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and Barn Theatre and Museum (1.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Doleham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
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Why get it checked now?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Doleham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Doleham
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Doleham: your questions answered
Is Doleham within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Doleham 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. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
What’s in the report?
A written report with photographs, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
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What we are asked to look at in Doleham
Water that doesn’t drain sits on the roof and speeds up wear. It typically comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Leaves and silt from nearby trees can soon choke an outlet.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Upstands pulling away from walls
For landlords with property near Doleham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the survey will not cover
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.