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Landlord roof survey in Horney Common, East Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Horney Common. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
How a landlord roof survey works in Horney Common
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 that you can keep with the building’s records. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. We survey converted houses, rented houses and gutters and downpipes, and people most frequently book us about splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
In a small place like Horney Common, 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Horney Common (TN22)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys around Horney Common
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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. 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.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Christ Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Horney Common is about 3 miles north of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Horney Common and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our East Sussex coverage includes Horney Common. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Landlord roof surveys in TN22 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Old Forge Lane and Tylers Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Nutley (2 miles north-west), Duddleswell (2 miles north), Furner's Green (3 miles west), Chelwood Common (3 miles north-west) and Chelwood Gate (4 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Lewes (10 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Crowborough (5 miles north-east), Uckfield (3 miles south), Newhaven (15 miles south) and Peacehaven (15 miles south).
What’s near Horney Common
Around Horney Common, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Foresters Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Buxted station, about 2.8 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Uckfield Community Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (4.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Brickfield Meadow.
Common roof problems in Horney Common
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof can’t be seen from the street.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Landlords with a home close to Buxted station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before you book anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Honest limits
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
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The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere as small as Horney Common, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Advice
FAQs for Horney Common
Do you cover smaller places like Horney Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
I let a flat near Buxted station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Deal with urgent items first
- Make sure the roof space can be accessed
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start 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.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.