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Flat Roof Survey in Northease
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Northease, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
About our flat roof survey in Northease
A flat roof leak frequently 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 is why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. If you are worried about splits and cracks in the covering and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and felt flat roofs alike.
In a small place like Northease, 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, typically show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Northease (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Northease
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Northease, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Monk's House lies about 0.7 miles east, so building around Northease goes back a long way. Older houses nearby often have flat roofs added much later, built to very different standards from the main roof. Take a building like Priory School: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Landlords with a home close to Southease station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Northease is about 3 miles south of Lewes, in East Sussex. We visit Northease as part of our work across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across East Sussex, we cover Northease and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Flat roof surveys in BN7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Rodmell (1 mile south-east), Iford (1 mile north-west), Kingston near Lewes (2 miles north-west), Southover (2 miles north) and Cliffe (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (13 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles east), Uckfield (10 miles north-east), Newhaven (4 miles south-east) and Peacehaven (3 miles south).
What’s near Northease
In Northease, that means homes and buildings near Lewes and Laughton Levels and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Southease station, roughly 1.4 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Lewes Castle (2.2 miles north) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (2.4 miles north). The countryside around Northease includes Southerham Farm and Itford Hill.
Why get it checked now?
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 Northease 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.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Northease
- Prices that include VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- An independent look at the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Common questions in Northease
Do you cover smaller places like Northease?
Yes, Northease is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Northease hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Northease is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photographs, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
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Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Book a survey every few years
- 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
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It is written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
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.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photographs. On timing, it normally takes an hour or two for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Northease can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Northease, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Northease
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.