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Landlord Roof Survey in Magham Down
Need a landlord roof survey in Magham Down? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Magham Down
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week which can help when arranging access with residents. If you’ve noticed gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and leaks into upper flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Magham Down 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. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report records the let or shared roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Magham Down (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Magham Down
About 1.7 miles west lies Horselunges Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Magham Down has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Take a building like Hailsham Community College: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Polegate station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Magham Down is about 2 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Magham Down, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Magham Down is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for landlord roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the BN27 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on Old Road and Nodes Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Hellingly (1 mile west), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile west), Hailsham (2 miles south-west), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles west) and Tile Hurst (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (12 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles east), Seaford (11 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles west) and Crowborough (13 miles north-west).
Around Magham Down
For rail, the closest station is Polegate station, about 4.5 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Amberstone Hospital (0.5 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (2.4 miles east).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Magham Down
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
FAQs for Magham Down
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Polegate station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building.
Is Magham Down within the area you cover?
Yes, Magham Down is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Magham Down?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’ll then get the report by email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Magham Down, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Responsibility under a lease
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
Useful tips for Magham Down property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
We do not advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.