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Landlord roof survey in Westdean, East Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Westdean, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Why act early in Westdean
A leak in a block rarely stays in one place. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. For older village homes like those around Westdean, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Westdean, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Westdean
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Package prices that include VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Landlord roof survey in Westdean: what you get
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week, which can make access easier to arrange. We’re often asked to look into leaking joints at party walls and missing or loose roof coverings, across rented houses, flat roofs on blocks and gutters and downpipes.
In a small place like Westdean, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Westdean (BN25)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Landlords and letting agents in Westdean book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Westdean, access is typically 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 start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
When to book a survey in Westdean
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. They all age at different rates and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Homes near green spaces such as Seaford Head Nature Reserve can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Questions to ask before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- When you’ll get the report
- What experience they bring
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Towns and villages near Westdean
Other services in Westdean
Local roofs in Westdean
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Westdean, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. With Alfriston Clergy House about 2 miles north, Westdean sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of All Saints, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ladycross School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Westdean is about 2 miles east of Seaford, in East Sussex. We provide landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Westdean and nearby. Westdean is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. There’s also a page for Brighton.
We work across the BN25 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Litlington (1 mile north), Dukes Green (2 miles north), Lullington (2 miles north), Alfriston (2 miles north) and Seaford (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Lewes (10 miles north-west), Hailsham (7 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north) and Newhaven (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Westdean
Around Westdean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Cuckmere Inn, Seaford Head Nature Reserve and Seaford Head School. The closest station to Westdean is Seaford station, roughly 2.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (3.9 miles west) and Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (2.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
What we look for on each type of roof
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. Pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at from safe vantage points.
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof often tells us more. We check it where there’s safe access, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
How we price landlord roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Westdean: your questions answered
Is Westdean within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Westdean is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
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.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
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, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease normally decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.