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Landlord roof survey in Argos Hill, East Sussex
Landlord roof surveys in Argos Hill from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Argos Hill often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged with you in advance.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Argos Hill, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
About our landlord roof survey in Argos Hill
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays which can help when arranging access with residents. We are frequently asked to look into worn ridges, hips and verges and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped, across converted houses, gutters and downpipes and rented houses.
In a small place like Argos Hill, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Argos Hill (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. A survey gives you an independent view of the roof before you commission work so you know what you are asking contractors to price. Older and listed buildings around Argos Hill may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.
Shared chimney stacks
Shared stacks need everyone involved to agree work and the report helps with that.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- File each roof report for future reference
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
You receive a report with photographs and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We send it by email so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Check the loft hatch can be reached and opened so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Landlord roof surveys in Argos Hill: local notes
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. The wider area around Argos Hill has a long history of building, with Wadhurst Castle about 4.4 miles north-east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Denys, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Rotherfield Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Landlords with a home close to Crowborough station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Argos Hill is about 3 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Argos Hill gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Surveys in TN6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Argos Hill, we cover High Cross (1 mile west), Town Row (1 mile north), Rotherfield (1 mile north-west), Woolbridge (1 mile south) and Mayfield (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (3 miles west), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and South Malling (15 miles south-west).
Around Argos Hill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Jameah Islameah School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Crowborough station, about 2.3 miles west. A little further out are Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.7 miles west). For a walk, there’s Crowborough Country Park.
Argos Hill questions
Do you cover smaller places like Argos Hill?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Argos Hill is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. We survey the roof and its parts, not the whole property. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Do you need access to all the flats?
Sometimes, yes. If the roof space or a flat roof is reached through a flat, we need access to it so please give residents notice.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Argos Hill
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.