East Sussex · London and the South East
Swaile's Green Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Swaile's Green, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Swaile's Green
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. Typical surveys look at failed seals around rooflight kerbs and a sagging deck under the covering, across single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Swaile's Green take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, typically 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.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Swaile's Green (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Swaile's Green
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Swaile's Green
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How the survey changes by roof type
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
GRP fibreglass
A well-laid GRP roof often lasts up to about 30 years. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
Flat roof surveys around Swaile's Green
Durhamford Manor, about 1.2 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Swaile's Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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 fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
If you let a flat or house near Robertsbridge station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take a building like Staplecross Methodist Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Take an older house close to St Marks Staplecross: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Swaile's Green is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We carry out flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Swaile's Green. Swaile's Green is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Here we cover the TN32 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We also cover Cripp's Corner (1 mile north), Staplecross (1 mile north-east), Whatlington (2 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (2 miles south) and Snagshall (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Polegate (15 miles south-west) and Hastings Old Town (8 miles south).
Near you in Swaile's Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Hart pub and Vinehall School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3.1 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Conquest Hospital (5.4 miles south) and Nortons Farm Museum (3 miles south). Not far away are Senlac Hill.
Towns and villages near Swaile's Green
More services for Swaile's Green
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
Swaile's Green questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Swaile's Green?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Swaile's Green?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. It’s a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t normally stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older rural homes like those around Swaile's Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.