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Landlord roof survey in Litlington, East Sussex
Landlord roof surveys around Litlington, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof survey in Litlington
We survey let and shared roofs in Litlington and across London and South East England. Time on site typically takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a photo-illustrated written report. We survey gutters and downpipes, converted houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and leaking joints at party walls.
Older buildings in small places like Litlington may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Litlington (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents and landlords in Litlington book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is emailed to you so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Keep gutters and outlets clear and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- When you need the report by
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Also near Litlington
Also in Litlington
Landlord roof surveys around Litlington
Litlington lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. The wider area around Litlington has a long history of building, with Alfriston Clergy House about 0.5 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Alfriston School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Michael the Archangel, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Berwick (Sussex) station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Litlington is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. We cover Litlington and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across East Sussex, we cover Litlington. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Clapham Lane and Litlington Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Litlington include Lullington (1 mile north), Dukes Green (1 mile west), Alfriston (1 mile north), Winton (1 mile north) and Milton Street (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (12 miles north).
What’s near Litlington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Plough And Harrow Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 2.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (4.1 miles west) and Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (0.8 miles north). The countryside around Litlington includes Combe Hill.
How the survey works
Photos 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. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere like Litlington needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Litlington questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Litlington?
Frequently, yes. Litlington 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.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Litlington?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?
No, we do not advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.
Is Litlington in your area?
Yes, we do. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Litlington.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
How do I book a survey in Litlington?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily, and standing water follows. We check them as part of the survey.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys frequently let water in at the flashings. We note what we can see.