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Flat roof survey in Flackley Ash, East Sussex
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Flackley Ash, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
What a flat roof survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Flackley Ash
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
Flat roof survey in Flackley Ash: what you get
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can point to poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that is deflecting. 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. If you’re worried about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and gaps at upstands and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Flackley Ash, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Flackley Ash (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Flackley Ash
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Flackley Ash, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Peasmarsh Church of England Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Historic houses such as Lamb House, about 3.2 miles south-east, show how far back building around Flackley Ash goes. Older houses nearby often have flat roofs added much later, built to very different standards from the main roof. If you own a rental within reach of Rye station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Flackley Ash is about 9 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Flackley Ash and the rest of East Sussex. Flackley Ash is one of the places in East Sussex we cover for flat roof surveys. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: TN31. We also cover Peasmarsh (1 mile south-east), Beckley (2 miles west), Udimore (3 miles south), Cock Marling (3 miles south) and Beckley Furnace (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (9 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (9 miles south-west), Belmont (9 miles south-west) and Hollington (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Flackley Ash
Around Flackley Ash, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Cock Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Flackley Ash is Rye station, roughly 3 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Ypres Tower (3.3 miles south-east) and Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (3.2 miles south-east). The countryside around Flackley Ash includes Flatropers Wood.
Common questions in Flackley Ash
Is my home in Flackley Ash listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Flackley Ash within the area you cover?
Yes, Flackley Ash is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Flackley Ash?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Flackley Ash?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
Upstands at walls and parapets need to stay watertight as the building moves. We check for splits, gaps and loose flashings above the upstand.
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Flackley Ash 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 agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Flackley Ash and across East Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.