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Birchett's Green Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys in Birchett's Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
Different roofs, different checks
Party-wall upstands and parapets
On terraces, walls rise between neighbouring roofs. Their flashings and pointing can let water in.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Birchett's Green
A roof over tenants or leaseholders often gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks so work can be planned, not rushed. The findings come in a written report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. If you’re worried about blocked gutters over flats and parapets and upstands in poor repair, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Birchett's Green, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report records the let or shared roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Birchett's Green (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Local roofs in Birchett's Green
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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. The wider area around Birchett's Green has a long history of building, with Wadhurst Castle about 2 miles west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Uplands Community College: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you own a rental within reach of Stonegate station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you live in an older home near Shover's Green Baptist Chapel, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Birchett's Green is about 7 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Birchett's Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We survey roofs across TN5 for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Wallcrouch (1 mile south), Shover's Green (1 mile south-west), Cousley Wood (2 miles north-west), Pell Green (2 miles north-west) and Stonegate (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south), Crowborough (9 miles west), Uckfield (13 miles south-west) and Heathfield (8 miles south-west).
Around Birchett's Green
The closest station to Birchett's Green is Stonegate station, roughly 2.6 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Finchcocks Musical Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and Ticehurst House Hospital (1.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Birchett's Green, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and the rest budgeted for later.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Why it is worth a survey now in Birchett's Green
Finding a roof defect early typically means a smaller, planned job. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. In a small place like Birchett's Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A written report with photographs
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Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Birchett's Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Birchett's Green?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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 Stonegate station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you work in Birchett's Green?
Yes. We survey roofs in Birchett's Green and the rest of East Sussex. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How much is a survey?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Birchett's Green
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.