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Chimney survey in Seaford, East Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for chimney surveys in Seaford. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do 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 one to two hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. In Seaford, parking is rarely complicated, though it’s useful to know about driveways or restrictions. The inspection covers whatever is safely visible from outside, from windows and from the loft space.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Before the survey
- 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
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Chimney survey in Seaford
A leaning chimney stack is worth having looked at. A stack may lean because the mortar on one side has weakened, which can happen over many years of use. The survey notes how the stack looks, how far it seems to lean and the state of the bricks and joints. Where it may be a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. If you’re worried about gaps in the mortar around the pots and redundant stacks capped without ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a town like Seaford, most homes are houses whose owners look after their own roofs. Small faults, like a cracked ridge, a slipped tile or a blocked gutter, are cheaper to deal with early. The report sets out what needs attention, prioritised by urgency where relevant, whether you live in the house or let it. The photographs let you see the parts of the roof you cannot get to.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Seaford (BN25)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Seaford
Damp in a chimney breast normally gets worse while the cause is left. It can stain walls and damage plaster. Finding the cause means the right work can be planned. A defect spotted early can be planned and budgeted for, while one found after water comes through typically has to be dealt with in a hurry.
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.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Seaford homes and their roofs
Seaford lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Seaford Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Thomas More, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Homes near green spaces like Seaford Head Nature Reserve can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Seaford is about 8 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We carry out chimney surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Seaford and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Surveys in BN25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a chimney survey at a property on High Street, Station Road and East Albany Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Being close to the A259, Seaford is easy for us to reach for chimney surveys. Other places close to Seaford include Bishopstone (1 mile north-west), Norton (2 miles north-west), Tide Mills (2 miles west), Westdean (2 miles east) and Dukes Green (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (8 miles east), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (9 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north), Newhaven (3 miles north-west) and Peacehaven (5 miles west). Seaford is among the bigger towns we cover in East Sussex.
What’s near Seaford
We work in homes and buildings around St Peter's School, Seaford Head School and Seven Sisters pub. The nearest railway station is Seaford station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Newhaven Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Arlington Castle (3.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Firle Beacon.
What we can’t see
It’s a careful look at the chimney stack, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- What’s inside the brickwork or behind render, without opening up
- Whether the flue is safe to use
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Seaford
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Brick chimney stacks
- Flaunching
- Chimney breasts
Useful tips for Seaford property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
- Check that disused chimneys can still breathe
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
- Remove aerials or dishes from the stack if they’re no longer needed
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep an eye on chimney breasts for new damp patches. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
Seaford questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Seaford?
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.
I let a flat near Seaford station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Is Seaford in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in Seaford and the rest of East Sussex. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Towns and villages near Seaford
What else we do in Seaford
Prices for chimney surveys in Seaford
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.