East Sussex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Wartling
We carry out flat roof surveys in Wartling and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Leaks around rooflights
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the flat roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Wartling
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It helps to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it’s holding up and any defects we can see, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We survey felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets, and common reasons people get in touch are a sagging deck under the covering and splits, cracks and crazing.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Wartling take more wind and rain, 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. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Wartling (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Wartling, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
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Prices for flat roof surveys in Wartling
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Roof by roof
Mastic asphalt
With age, asphalt can harden and crack with movement. The report shows where it is cracking and how far it seems to extend.
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Useful tips for Wartling property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
If you’re buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Wartling
Is the coastal weather around Wartling hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like Wartling?
Yes, Wartling is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. Not sure what yours is? We’ll tell you in the report.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Wartling
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
If you own a rental within reach of Normans Bay station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring
Flat and commercial roofs around Wartling
Wartling lies within about 3 miles of the sea, 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. About 5 miles west lies Horselunges Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Wartling has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Wartling is about 4 miles east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Wartling is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in BN27 is covered for flat roof surveys. We also cover Boreham Street (1 mile north-east), Flowers Green (2 miles north-west), Golden Cross (2 miles north-west), Windmill Hill (2 miles north) and Chapel Row (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (6 miles south-west), Hastings (9 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (15 miles west) and Hailsham (4 miles west).
What’s near Wartling
In Wartling, that means homes and buildings near The Lamb Inn. For rail, the closest station is Normans Bay station, about 2.7 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Herstmonceux Castle (1 mile north-west) and Amberstone Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Gillham Wood.