East Sussex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Steven's Crouch, East Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Steven's Crouch. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Pools of water lying on the roof
What we’re asked to look at in Steven's Crouch
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Standing water left after rain
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Anyone responsible for a site like Claverham Community College will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Before booking anyone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Flat roof survey in Steven's Crouch
If the house you’re buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it’s worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. If you’ve noticed a sagging deck under the covering and edge trims that have lifted or split, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Steven's Crouch take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Steven's Crouch (TN33)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How we price flat roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photographs.
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
FAQs for Steven's Crouch
Do you carry out roof surveys in Steven's Crouch?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Steven's Crouch is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Steven's Crouch listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Flat roof surveys around Steven's Crouch
Historic houses like Durhamford Manor, about 4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Steven's Crouch goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. 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. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Battle station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Steven's Crouch is about 5 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Steven's Crouch across London and South East England. Our East Sussex coverage includes Steven's Crouch and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across TN33 for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Catsfield Road and Crowders Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Steven's Crouch: Penhurst (2 miles north-west), Battle (2 miles east), Netherfield (2 miles north), Mountfield (3 miles north-east) and Twelve Oaks (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south), Hailsham (9 miles west), Crowborough (15 miles north-west) and St Leonards (6 miles south-east).
Around Steven's Crouch
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ashburnham Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Battle station, roughly 2.3 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Bexhill Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Old Castle (4.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Steven's Crouch includes Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Steven's Crouch, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.