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Flat roof survey in Offham, East Sussex
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Offham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Ponding water that does not drain away
Flat roofs in Offham
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. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. With Anne of Cleves House about 1.7 miles south-east, Offham sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you own a rental within reach of Cooksbridge station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Offham is about 1 mile north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Offham, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property. Our East Sussex coverage includes Offham and the places around it. There’s also a page for Brighton.
We survey roofs across the BN7 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We also cover the places around Offham: Hamsey (1 mile north-east), Lewes (1 mile south-east), South Malling (1 mile south-east), Southover (2 miles south-east) and Cliffe (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south-east), Hailsham (12 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (7 miles south).
Around Offham
Around Offham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Railway Land, The Blacksmiths Arms and Lewes Old Grammar School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Cooksbridge station, roughly 0.9 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Brighton And Hove Albion Football Club Museum (3.8 miles south-west) and Lewes Castle (1.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Malling Down and Offham Hill.
Flat roof survey in Offham: what you get
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. Typical surveys look at splits, cracks and crazing and leaks around rooflights, on EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass.
In a small place like Offham, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Offham (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Offham
The details are often where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Wallands Community Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- What happens after the report arrives
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How long the report takes to arrive
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
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 do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Offham, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Offham, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
Offham: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Offham 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’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Offham?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Offham
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
How we price flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.