East Sussex · London and the South East
Twelve Oaks Landlord Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Twelve Oaks. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
Landlord roof surveys around Twelve Oaks
Historic houses such as Bateman's, about 2.4 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Twelve Oaks goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Twelve Oaks is about 8 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Twelve Oaks for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across East Sussex, we cover Twelve Oaks and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Surveys in TN32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Twelve Oaks include Hollingrove (1 mile north-east), Brightling (1 mile north), Oxley's Green (1 mile north), Netherfield (2 miles south-east) and Penhurst (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (13 miles south-west), Hastings (9 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (9 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Twelve Oaks
The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3.4 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Old Castle (2.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill.
Landlord roof survey in Twelve Oaks
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. If you’ve noticed chimney stacks in poor repair and ponding or splits on flat roofs, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Twelve Oaks, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Twelve Oaks (TN32)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Twelve Oaks
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
When to book a survey in Twelve Oaks
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. Each wears differently, and flat roofs over rear additions frequently need attention sooner.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Landlords with a home close to Robertsbridge station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book anyone
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Twelve Oaks can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you ahead of time.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What affects the price in Twelve Oaks
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- 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, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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FAQs for Twelve Oaks
Do you cover smaller places like Twelve Oaks?
Yes, Twelve Oaks is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Twelve Oaks is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Why get it checked now?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Twelve Oaks, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Twelve Oaks
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.