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Wych Cross Flat Roof Survey
We carry out flat roof surveys in Wych Cross and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Wych Cross
The details are often where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Anyone responsible for a site like Greenfields School will know that schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey won’t cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
About our flat roof survey in Wych Cross
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. Single-ply PVC and TPO roofs are checked at their welds, edges and fixings. Once you know the covering and its condition, planning the next step is far easier. If you’re worried about damaged trims at the roof edge and raised blisters across the surface, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Wych Cross 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. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Wych Cross (RH18)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. We view them from safe positions and photograph what we see.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering frequently found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
Nearby places to Wych Cross
What else we do in Wych Cross
Flat roof surveys around Wych Cross
Standen, about 3.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wych Cross. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For landlords with property near East Grinstead station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Wych Cross is about 4 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. We visit Wych Cross as part of our work across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our East Sussex coverage includes Wych Cross. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the RH18 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Lewes Road and Wych Cross or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Wych Cross: Chelwood Gate (1 mile south), Forest Row (2 miles north), Birchgrove (2 miles south-west), Coleman's Hatch (2 miles north-east) and Chelwood Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Lewes (13 miles south), Crowborough (6 miles east), Uckfield (8 miles south-east), South Malling (13 miles south), Heathfield (12 miles south-east) and Southover (14 miles south).
Around Wych Cross
The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, roughly 4.5 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Heaven Farm Museum (3.6 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (3.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Brickfield Meadow.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Note where water lies after a downpour
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Wych Cross
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
FAQs for Wych Cross
Is Wych Cross in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wych Cross as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Wych Cross is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
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. Where the source is not obvious, a roof leak investigation or electronic leak detection may be the next step.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A small split in a flat roof is normally a modest job when it is found early. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. A survey now shows which you’re dealing with. Older and listed buildings around Wych Cross may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wych Cross
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Photos and a written report every time
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older roofs in small places like Wych Cross can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.