East Sussex · London and the South East
Hartfield Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Hartfield, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
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.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Flat roof survey in Hartfield: what you get
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, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. If you’ve noticed loose or cracked edge trims and water getting in at rooflights, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Hartfield, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: 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 as you book.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Hartfield (TN7)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. We record any we can see, with photos.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Hartfield
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hartfield?
Yes, Hartfield is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Hartfield?
Yes, Hartfield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
How quickly is the report sent?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, let us know when booking.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you don’t know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Places near Hartfield
Also in Hartfield
Flat and commercial roofs around Hartfield
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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. With Bassetts Manor about 1.5 miles north-west, Hartfield sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of 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.
For landlords with property near Ashurst Kent station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Mary, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start. If you look after a building like St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Hartfield is about 4 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We carry out flat roof surveys in Hartfield for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Hartfield is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN7 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on High Street, Church Street and Rectory Field and the roads around them. If you are just outside Hartfield, we cover Balls Green (1 mile east), Teasley Mead (3 miles north-east), Ashurst (3 miles north-east), Groombridge (3 miles east) and Stone Cross (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crowborough (4 miles south-east), Uckfield (9 miles south), Heathfield (11 miles south-east), Wadhurst (10 miles east), Ridgewood (10 miles south) and Ringmer (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Hartfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Anchor Inn, among other places. Hartfield’s nearest station is Ashurst Kent station, about 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4 miles south-east) and Bolebroke Castle (1.3 miles north). Open spaces near Hartfield include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
What happens if roof problems are left?
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the people who use the building. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hartfield can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Hartfield
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Hartfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Anything about access we should know
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.