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Flat Roof Survey in Icklesham
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Icklesham, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Standing water left after rain
About our flat roof survey in Icklesham
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. Common reasons to book are dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and cracked or split membrane, on EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and upstands and outlets.
In a small place like Icklesham, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Icklesham (TN36)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Icklesham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there is safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords and agents in Icklesham book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Why act early in Icklesham
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. Older and listed buildings around Icklesham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Icklesham
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Icklesham questions
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Icklesham, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Icklesham is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Will you come out to Icklesham?
Yes. Icklesham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Icklesham?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Flat roof surveys around Icklesham
Icklesham is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
With Lamb House about 3.7 miles north-east, the area around Icklesham has a long history. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan. The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. Anyone responsible for a site like Icklesham Church of England Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Icklesham is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Icklesham and the rest of East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
All of TN36 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Tithe Barn Field, Manor Close and High Fords. Other places close to Icklesham include Broad Street (1 mile west), Cock Marling (2 miles north), Udimore (2 miles north), Three Oaks (2 miles south-west) and Broadland Row (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south-west), Belmont (5 miles south-west) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
Around Icklesham
The closest station to Icklesham is Winchelsea station, about 2 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Camber Castle (3.2 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (1.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
What affects the price in Icklesham
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.