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Landlord roof survey in Broad Oak, East Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Broad Oak. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
Common roof problems in Broad Oak
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause from what’s visible.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Landlords with a home close to Stonegate station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is VAT included in the price?
Landlord roof survey in Broad Oak: what you get
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a photo-illustrated written report to keep on file for the building. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to see how the roof is changing. If you are worried about worn ridges, hips and verges and blocked gutters over flats, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Broad Oak, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Broad Oak (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Do not wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
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.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets often clog leaving water standing. We check them as part of the survey.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Landlord roof surveys around Broad Oak
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Historic houses such as Bateman's, about 4.2 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Broad Oak 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, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Ebenezer Chapel, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Broad Oak Community Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Broad Oak is about 7 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Broad Oak can all book landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Across East Sussex, we cover Broad Oak. You can also see our page for Brighton.
All of TN21 is covered for landlord roof surveys. You will find streets like Halley Road, Burwash Road and Highview Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Cade Street (1 mile south-west), Old Heathfield (1 mile south), Heathfield (2 miles south-west), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-west) and Maynard's Green (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (13 miles south), Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Lewes (14 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (7 miles north-west).
Around Broad Oak
Typical jobs here are in homes near Heathfield Community College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Stonegate station, roughly 4.5 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Old Castle (3.7 miles south-east) and Sussex Farm Museum (3.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
Nearby places to Broad Oak
Also in Broad Oak
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
What affects the price in Broad Oak
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Broad Oak, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Broad Oak
How do I find out if my home in Broad Oak is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Broad Oak?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is this survey just for landlords?
Anyone who looks after a let or shared building can book it: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we are allowed to be, and the report says so.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.