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Landlord Roof Survey in Chailey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Chailey and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Chailey
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently, and flat roofs over rear additions frequently need attention sooner.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Flashings that have come away
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
If you own a rental within reach of Plumpton station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Landlord roof survey in Chailey: what you get
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition, written up so you can plan. Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders all use it, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. You get a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. Common reasons to book are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and parapets and upstands in poor repair, on gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and rented houses.
In a village or hamlet like Chailey, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Chailey (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Chailey
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. 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. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Peter, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you look after a building like Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Chailey is about 5 miles south-east of Haywards Heath, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Chailey, we can come and survey your property. Our East Sussex coverage includes Chailey and the places around it. There is also a page for Brighton.
We cover every part of BN8 for landlord roof surveys. Other places close to Chailey include North Chailey (1 mile north), South Street (1 mile south-west), Newick (1 mile north-east), Founthill (1 mile east) and South Chailey (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles east) and Newhaven (12 miles south).
Around Chailey
Typical jobs here are in homes near Chailey School, The Five Bells Inn and Chailey Heritage School and the streets around them. The closest station to Chailey is Plumpton station, roughly 3.1 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Princess Royal Hospital (4.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Chailey includes Blackcap and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. Ponding, splits and blistering are recorded where we can see them safely.
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What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Chailey, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Chailey
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Why act early in Chailey
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. For older village homes like those around Chailey, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Why book us in Chailey
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How we price landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Roof area
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Chailey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Chailey questions
Will you come out to Chailey?
Yes, Chailey is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Plumpton station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Chailey?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when booking.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.