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Roof surveys in BN27
Own or manage a property in BN27? Our roof surveyors cover Hailsham, Upper Horsebridge and Hellingly and the rest of the district, for homes, flats and commercial roofs.
Areas within BN27
- Hailsham
- Upper Horsebridge
- Hellingly
- Herstmonceux
- Windmill Hill
- Lower Dicker
- Upper Dicker
- Bodle Street Green
- Boreham Street
- Golden Cross
- Magham Down
- Nash Street
- Tile Hurst
- Trolliloes
- Golden Cross
- Chapel Row
- Flowers Green
- Grove Hill
- Lower Horsebridge
- Stunts Green
- Wartling
Surveys we offer in BN27
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Flat roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- New roof snagging
- Storm damage roof report
- All services
Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof so we can match the survey to the roof: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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About roof surveys in BN27
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. Common reasons to book are loose chimney pots and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, on clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and chimney stacks.
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How our prices work
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why clients in BN27 book us
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Every finding written up with photos
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Around Hailsham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Hailsham Community College, The Parish Church of Saint Mary and White House Academy. The closest station to Hailsham is Polegate station, roughly 3 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Herstmonceux Castle (3.6 miles east) and Amberstone Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Combe Hill.
Homes and roofs across BN27
Homes across BN27 range from older properties with chimneys and lead flashings to newer houses with concrete tiles. Sooner or later, every roof needs its gutters, flashings and coverings checked, wherever they are in BN27.
Our surveys reach from London out to Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Essex, the Thames Valley, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, and BN27 is well within that. We survey on any day of the week. Some of BN27 sits close to the sea, so the weather on the day matters more for drone flights and roof access. If conditions are not right, the visit moves to a calmer day.
Hailsham: For landlords with property near Polegate station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Historic houses such as Horselunges Manor, about 1.5 miles north, show how far back building around Hailsham goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
What affects the price in BN27
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- A full building survey of the property
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Common roof problems in BN27
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Worn or blocked valleys
Landlords, agents and block managers in BN27
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Landlords, agents and building managers in BN27 and across East Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.
FAQs for BN27
How do I arrange a roof survey in BN27?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is BN27 in your area?
Yes. We carry out roof surveys in BN27.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.