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Landlord roof survey in Jevington, East Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Jevington. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Standing water on a flat roof
Local roofs in Jevington
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Jevington, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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 you look after a building like Willingdon Community School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Historic houses like Alfriston Clergy House, about 2.7 miles west, show how far back building around Jevington goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Jevington is about 3 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Jevington can all book landlord roof surveys. Jevington is one of the places in East Sussex where we work for landlord roof surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: BN26. Whether your property is on Jevington Road, Church Lane and Green Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Ratton Village (2 miles east), Friston (2 miles south), East Dean (2 miles south), Old Town (3 miles south-east) and Hampden Park (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (3 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles west), Lewes (11 miles north-west), Hailsham (5 miles north) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Around Jevington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Eight Bells Inn. The nearest railway station is Polegate station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Burlough Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles east). Not far away are Combe Hill.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Jevington
A landlord roof survey shows you the state of a roof, written up so you can plan. Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders all use it along with RTM and residents’ management companies. You get a written report with photos and recommendations set out by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. We survey flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates and tiles and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Some older homes in villages like Jevington 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. 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.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Jevington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Jevington
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years, especially on taller buildings.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Andrew, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before you book anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes where they can be seen.
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof frequently tells us more. We go into the loft where it is safe, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
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How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Rural addresses near Jevington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Common questions in Jevington
Will you come out to Jevington?
Yes. Jevington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Jevington?
Frequently, yes. Jevington is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
What does a block roof survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Larger buildings are priced to suit. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us for a price.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Booking your survey
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- The address and postcode of the property
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
Landlords, agents and block managers in Jevington
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.