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Lullington Chimney Survey
Get a clear view of the chimney stack at a property in Lullington from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- A stack that appears to lean
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lullington
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Lullington. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
About our chimney survey in Lullington
Many terraced and semi-detached homes share their chimney stacks with a neighbour. We inspect the parts we can see safely and the parts the owner gives us access to. If a defect appears to be on the neighbour’s side, we note it and you can then discuss it with them. Everything is written up with photos and what we recommend. We survey lead flashings, chimney pots and cowls and shared and party-wall stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are a chimney out of line and unused flues sealed without airflow.
Some older homes in villages like Lullington are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Lullington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Conditions inside walls
- Whether the flue is safe to use
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney breasts
- Flaunching
- Lead flashings
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Brick chimney stacks
Lullington homes and their roofs
Lullington lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Historic houses such as Alfriston Clergy House, about 0.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Lullington goes. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Berwick (Sussex) station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Take a building like Alfriston School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Lullington is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Lullington, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area for chimney surveys. Other places close to Lullington include Dukes Green (1 mile south-west), Alfriston (1 mile north-west), Winton (1 mile north), Milton Street (1 mile north-east) and Wilmington (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (12 miles north).
Local landmarks in Lullington
We work in homes and buildings around Dean's Place Hotel. The closest station to Lullington is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 2.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (0.5 miles north-west) and Arlington Castle (0.9 miles north). For a walk, there is Combe Hill.
Signs you need a chimney survey in Lullington
Many chimneys are no longer used. If a stack is capped or blocked without ventilation, moisture can build up inside. That can lead to damp patches on chimney breasts, even with the roof in good order.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Flaunching that has broken away
- Worn or missing pointing
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
The streets around a church such as Church of St. Andrew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Is VAT included in the price?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What happens after the report arrives
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Older rural homes like those around Lullington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with the details: how many stacks, whether any are shared and any signs of damp.
- Each chimney is viewed from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part we can see is checked: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and flashings.
- Where there is safe access, we look at the stack in the loft and the chimney breasts for damp.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Common questions in Lullington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lullington?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Lullington within the area you cover?
Yes, Lullington is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you inspect shared chimneys?
Yes. We inspect everything that’s safely in view and what you give us access to. Where a problem appears to be on next door’s side, we note it and you can raise it with them.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Lullington?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
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What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What happens if roof problems are left?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a chimney is before exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, the work is down to you. A report gives you something specific to put to the seller. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Lullington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Lullington
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.