Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Hollingdean Flat Roof Survey
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Hollingdean? You can book a flat roof survey in Hollingdean and across Brighton and Hove, with plain-English findings.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
Flat roof survey in Hollingdean
Flat roofs deal with rain in a very different way from pitched ones. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. We survey GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber, and people most often book us about splits, cracks and crazing and leaks around rooflights.
Outbuildings, garden rooms and garages in places like Hollingdean frequently have flat roofs of their own. They’re easy to forget, but water through a garage roof can spoil whatever is stored inside. It is worth mentioning them as you book, so the visit can include them. Felt, rubber and GRP coverings on garages and outbuildings age in just the same way as the main roof’s.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Hollingdean (BN1, BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Hollingdean
Other services in Hollingdean
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Flat roofs in Hollingdean
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Hollingdean, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Hollingdean has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
Hotels and guest houses near Hollingdean can’t easily close rooms for a leak. If you look after a building such as Hertford Infant and Nursery School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Richard's, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Hollingdean is about 1 mile north of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hollingdean. We cover towns and villages across Brighton and Hove.
All of BN1 and BN2 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Mayo Road, Dewe Road and Rugby Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Brighton (1 mile south), Preston (1 mile west), Moulsecoomb (1 mile east), Prestonville (1 mile south-west) and Hanover (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Hangleton (3 miles west), Saltdean (5 miles south-east), East Saltdean (5 miles south-east) and Roedean (3 miles south-east). Hollingdean is one of the larger places we cover in Brighton and Hove.
Near you in Hollingdean
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Varndean School, William Clarke Park and The Pub at Fiveways, among other places. The nearest railway station is Moulsecoomb station, about 0.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Brighton General Hospital (1.1 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). The countryside around Hollingdean includes Newmarket Hill and Bevendean Down.
Roof by roof
Felt and built-up roofs
On felt, the upstands and edge details frequently fail before the main surface. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Hollingdean
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
For a price for your roof in Hollingdean, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Common questions in Hollingdean
How do I find out if my home in Hollingdean is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Hollingdean within the area you cover?
Yes. Hollingdean is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Hollingdean?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
What if it rains on the day?
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.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
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.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
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.
What happens on the day
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Hollingdean, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.