East Sussex · London and the South East
Vines Cross Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Vines Cross, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
Leave it or get it looked at?
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. Surveying the roof in good time means work can be planned and budgeted around the people who use the building. Older cottages and farmhouses around Vines Cross can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How a flat roof survey works in Vines Cross
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a report with photographs and our recommendations. We’re often asked to look into edge trims that have lifted or split and raised blisters across the surface, on upstands and outlets, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber.
Somewhere as small as Vines Cross, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Vines Cross (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You will spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Common questions in Vines Cross
Will you come out to Vines Cross?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Vines Cross?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
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, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Vines Cross, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Towns and villages near Vines Cross
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What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.
Flat and commercial roofs around Vines Cross
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. About 3.6 miles south lies Horselunges Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Vines Cross has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Take a building like Maynards Green Community Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Vines Cross is about 5 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Roofs in Vines Cross get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Our East Sussex coverage includes Vines Cross and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
All of TN21 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Warbleton (1 mile north-east), Horam (1 mile west), Maynard's Green (1 mile north-west), Burlow (2 miles south-west) and Old Heathfield (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles south).
What’s near Vines Cross
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Brewers Arms and Heathfield Community College, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Old Castle (3.9 miles east) and Sussex Farm Museum (1.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
For a price for your roof in Vines Cross, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.