East Sussex · London and the South East
Arlington Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Arlington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
About our landlord roof survey in Arlington
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. The loft space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us and residents will need to be told beforehand. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need when booking. Where we can’t get into part of the building, the report says so. If you’re worried about splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and blocked gutters over flats, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Arlington are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Arlington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Arlington property owners
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents frequently choose the package that suits the building.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
What affects the price in Arlington
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Landlord roof surveys in Arlington: local notes
The wider area around Arlington has a long history of building, with Michelham Priory about 1.5 miles north-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you let a flat or house near Berwick (Sussex) station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Pancras, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Arlington is about 3 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Arlington is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
We work across BN26 for landlord roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Wickstreet (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile west), Wilmington (2 miles south), Selmeston (2 miles west) and Milton Street (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles north-east) and Crowborough (14 miles north).
Near you in Arlington
In Arlington, that means homes and buildings near Yew Tree Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.2 miles west. Nearby you will also find Agricultural Museum (2 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (4.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Arlington include Combe Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. We check the roof, not just the symptoms. For older village homes like those around Arlington, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Plain-English reports with photos
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Nearby places to Arlington
Also in Arlington
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Arlington
Do you cover smaller places like Arlington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can a landlord with a rental near Berwick (Sussex) station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, that’s one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Arlington?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around Arlington frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking before the day
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.