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Flat roof survey in Whatlington, East Sussex
Flat roof surveys in Whatlington and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Cracked or split membrane
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
About our flat roof survey in Whatlington
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. If you’ve noticed failed seals around rooflight kerbs and splits and cracks in the covering, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and upstands and outlets alike.
In a small place like Whatlington, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally 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.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Whatlington (TN33)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for flat roof surveys in Whatlington
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older roofs in small places like Whatlington can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it 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 photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Local flat roofs in Whatlington
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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. With Durhamford Manor about 0.6 miles east, Whatlington sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Landlords with a home close to Battle station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. Take a building like Vinehall School: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Take an older house close to St Mary Magdalene's Church: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Whatlington is about 6 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Bookings from Whatlington are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Whatlington is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in TN33 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Whatlington: Sedlescombe (1 mile east), Swaile's Green (2 miles north-east), Cripp's Corner (2 miles north-east), Telham (2 miles south) and Kent Street (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south), Hailsham (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south) and Polegate (14 miles south-west).
Around Whatlington
In Whatlington, that means homes and buildings near Claverham Community College and The Royal Oak Inn, among other places. Whatlington’s nearest station is Battle station, about 1.9 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Conquest Hospital (4.6 miles south-east) and Battle Museum of Local History (1.9 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
FAQs for Whatlington
How do I find out if my home in Whatlington is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Whatlington?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Ponding is worth looking into. It frequently means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Book a survey every few years
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM frequently lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. We look closely at each of those details.
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.