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Landlord roof survey in Wilmington, East Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Wilmington, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Cracked or lifting flashings
Local roofs in Wilmington
Wilmington is within about 5 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. Older houses across Sussex frequently 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take an older house close to St Mary and St Peter's Church: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you look after a building like Willingdon Community School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Berwick (Sussex) station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Wilmington is about 4 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Wilmington, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: BN26. Streets in the area include The Street and Ades Field, and we cover them all. Other places close to Wilmington include Milton Street (1 mile south-west), Winton (2 miles west), Arlington (2 miles north), Berwick (2 miles north-west) and Lullington (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (5 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
Near you in Wilmington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Sussex Ox pub. The nearest railway station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Agricultural Museum (within half a mile south) and Burlough Castle (1 mile west). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
About our landlord roof survey in Wilmington
A landlord roof survey shows you the state of a roof, written up so you can plan. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with RTM and residents’ management companies. You get a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. Common reasons to book are mortar falling from ridges and verges and slipped or missing slates and tiles, on shared roofs, blocks of flats and rented houses.
In a village or hamlet like Wilmington, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often 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. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Wilmington (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily leaving water standing. They’re checked during the survey.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Check the roof space can be accessed
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Make sure the loft hatch can be reached and opened so the roof can be checked from inside. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Wilmington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
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Common questions in Wilmington
I let a flat near Berwick (Sussex) station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Wilmington is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
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.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, we survey shared roofs often. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we’ll say so.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you work in Wilmington?
Yes, we do. Wilmington is part of the area we cover.
How we price landlord roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.