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Landlord roof survey in Maresfield, East Sussex
Landlord roof surveys around Maresfield, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Leaks into upper flats
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Roof by roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we look at them closely.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access, and the report says what was seen.
How a landlord roof survey works in Maresfield
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely, along with the roof space where there is safe access. Typical surveys look at missing or loose roof coverings and blocked gutters over flats, on shared roofs, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
Somewhere as small as Maresfield, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Maresfield (TN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- File each roof report for future reference
- Deal with urgent items first
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photos help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Checking the roof from ground level
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Maresfield questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Uckfield station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Maresfield?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Maresfield?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t 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, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Maresfield
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Bonners CofE School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Homes near green spaces such as West Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Maresfield is about 2 miles north of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We provide landlord roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Maresfield. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. There’s also a page for Crawley.
We survey roofs across the TN22 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Robian Close and Batts Bridge Road, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Maresfield, we cover Budlett's Common (1 mile south-east), Down Street (1 mile west), Ridgewood (3 miles south), Little Horsted (3 miles south) and Newick (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (9 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south-east), Crowborough (5 miles north-east), Newhaven (14 miles south) and Peacehaven (14 miles south).
Around Maresfield
In Maresfield, that means homes and buildings near West Park and Uckfield College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Uckfield station, about 2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Tickerage Castle (3.4 miles south-east) and Uckfield Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Brickfield Meadow.
What affects the price in Maresfield
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Maresfield
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants frequently lead to a survey. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved, as far as can be seen.
Problems we come across often include:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
Landlords with a home close to Uckfield station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
What to check before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Are they insured for the work?
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, 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. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere like Maresfield needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.