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Landlord roof survey in Ratton Village, East Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Ratton Village, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaks into upper flats
What happens if roof problems are left?
An independent report helps when owners need to agree on roof work. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Ratton Village, so it is useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How a landlord roof survey works in Ratton Village
The lease usually decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We don’t give legal advice on leases but we can give you an independent record of the roof’s condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. If you’re worried about worn ridges, hips and verges and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around Ratton Village, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes frequently need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Ratton Village (BN20, BN21, BN22)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- File each roof report for future reference
- Deal with urgent items first
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
The report comes with photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It’s emailed to you ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In a smaller place like Ratton Village, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can safely be seen, including from inside where possible.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Also near Ratton Village
Also in Ratton Village
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Ratton Village
Ratton Village is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. About 4.3 miles west lies Alfriston Clergy House, a reminder of how long the area around Ratton Village has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Hampden Park station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Ocklynge Junior School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Homes near green spaces such as Gildrege Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Ratton Village is about 2 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Ratton Village can all book landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, large and small. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in BN20, BN21 and BN22 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Park Lane, Butts Lane and Ruskin Road and the roads around them. You’ll find Ratton Village on the A2270, which makes it simple to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Hampden Park (1 mile east), Old Town (1 mile south), Eastbourne (2 miles east), Upperton (2 miles south-east) and Jevington (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles north-east), Seaford (6 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (5 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Ratton Village
Around Ratton Village, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Red Lion pub, Gildrege Park and Ratton School. The nearest railway station is Hampden Park station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Filching Manor And Motor Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (0.7 miles south-east). Not far away are Combe Hill.
What affects the price in Ratton Village
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Questions from Ratton Village
Is my home in Ratton Village listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Hampden Park station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Ratton Village?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. It does not include repair cost estimates, but contractors can price from it.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
How the survey changes by roof type
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access, and the report says what was seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. Ponding, splits and blistering are recorded where we can see them safely.