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Roof surveys in BN88
Pre-purchase, leak, drone and flat roof surveys across BN88, covering Prestonville and Preston. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Where we work in BN88
Services in BN88
- Chimney survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Electronic leak detection
- Flat roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof survey
- Gutter survey
- New roof snagging
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- All services
Send the address and what’s prompted the survey and we’ll confirm the price: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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About roof surveys in BN88
Across London and the South East, 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. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. We’re often asked to look into valley linings that have cracked or split and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles.
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
What you’ll pay
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Surveys on any day of the week
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landmarks near Prestonville
In Prestonville, that means homes and buildings near Preston Park, St Luke's Church Prestonville and Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College. You will also find The Drive Prep School (0.7 miles west), Stanford Infant School (less than half a mile north) and Milligan House (less than half a mile east). For rail, the closest station is Preston Park station, roughly 0.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Clayton Castle (5 miles north) and Churchill Square (1 mile south). Green spaces nearby include Whitehawk Hill and Newmarket Hill.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across BN88
Owners across BN88, from Prestonville and Preston to the villages, book us to find out where their roof stands. Small faults, caught early, are far easier to deal with.
The South East’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around several of its airports, so every drone flight in BN88 is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Where permission is needed, the flight waits for it. Some of BN88 sits close to the sea, so wind can decide whether a drone flies or a roof can be reached safely. A windy forecast can mean a change of date.
Prestonville: Historic houses such as Preston Manor & Gardens, about 0.4 miles north, show how far back building around Prestonville goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you look after a building such as Stanford Infant School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Common roof problems in BN88
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Loose chimney pots
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
What a survey doesn’t cover
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Surveys for landlords and agents in BN88
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in BN88. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails frequently corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Common questions in BN88
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It is emailed to you.
Do you work in BN88?
Yes, we do. We carry out roof surveys in BN88, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.