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Cripp's Corner Landlord Roof Survey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? You can book a landlord roof survey in Cripp's Corner and across East Sussex.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Blocked gutters over flats
About our landlord roof survey in Cripp's Corner
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders frequently want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out seven days a week which can help when arranging access with residents. Common reasons to book are choked outlets and gutters and damaged pots and flaunching, on converted houses, shared roofs and rented houses.
Some older homes in villages like Cripp's Corner are 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
After the visit, you get 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
- Cripp's Corner (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that is hard to see. They’re checked where safe access allows.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
The edges and top of a pitched roof are exposed, so we look at them closely.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Rural addresses near Cripp's Corner can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Common questions in Cripp's Corner
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cripp's Corner?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Robertsbridge station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Is Cripp's Corner in your area?
Yes. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Cripp's Corner.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Cripp's Corner
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. Urgent items can be dealt with first and plan the rest over time.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Cripp's Corner
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Durhamford Manor about 1.5 miles south, Cripp's Corner sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Landlords with a home close to Robertsbridge station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Marks Staplecross, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Staplecross Methodist Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Cripp's Corner is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Cripp's Corner is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of the TN32 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover Swaile's Green (1 mile south), Staplecross (1 mile north-east), Whatlington (2 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (2 miles south) and Snagshall (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (8 miles south) and Belmont (8 miles south).
Landmarks near Cripp's Corner
In Cripp's Corner, that means homes and buildings near The White Hart pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Conquest Hospital (5.6 miles south) and Nortons Farm Museum (3.2 miles south). For a walk, there is Senlac Hill.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
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Why it is worth a survey now in Cripp's Corner
A planned maintenance budget needs real information. Our report separates urgent items from those that can wait helping you spread the work. In a small place like Cripp's Corner, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in Cripp's Corner
- PI and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A written report with photos
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.