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Landlord roof survey in Buxted, East Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Buxted. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
The survey, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Buxted 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 cannot see is noted.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
About our landlord roof survey in Buxted
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us and residents will need to be told ahead of time. You or your agent arrange access and we’ll say what we need as you book. Where we can’t get into part of the building, the report says so. We survey shared roofs, converted houses and blocks of flats, and people most often book us about flashings that have come away and blocked gutters over flats.
Older buildings in small places like Buxted may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Buxted (TN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Buxted
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling and by then more has been damaged.
Common reasons to book include:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Cracked or lifting flashings
If you look after a building like Buxted CofE Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Buxted
How do I find out if my home in Buxted is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Buxted?
Yes, Buxted is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Buxted
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Buxted station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Buxted is about 2 miles north-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Buxted can all book landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Surveys in TN22 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on High Street, Church Road and Park View. We also cover the places around Buxted: Potter's Green (1 mile south), Etchingwood (1 mile south-east), Cooper's Green (1 mile west), Framfield (2 miles south) and Hadlow Down (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (10 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south-east), Crowborough (4 miles north), Newhaven (14 miles south) and Peacehaven (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Buxted
Typical jobs here are in homes near Uckfield College and The Buxted Inn. Buxted has its own railway station: Buxted station. Other landmarks nearby include Uckfield Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west) and Tickerage Castle (1.6 miles south). Open spaces near Buxted include Brickfield Meadow.
What affects the price in Buxted
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Also in Buxted
What we look for on each type of roof
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the roof space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch, so it needs arranging.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets often clog leaving water standing. We check them as part of the survey.
Useful tips for Buxted property owners
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Do not wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Keep gutters and outlets clear and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.