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Roof surveys in TN34
We cover every part of the TN34 postcode district, which takes in Hastings, Hastings Old Town and Belmont. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, with prices from £150 including VAT.
Where we work in TN34
- Hastings
- Hastings Old Town
- Belmont
- Blacklands
- Rock-a-Nore
- America Ground
- St Helen's
- St Leonards
- Hollington
- Ore
- Silverhill
- Baldslow
Services in TN34
- Landlord roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Roof survey
- Chimney survey
- New roof snagging
- Drone roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Pre-purchase roof survey
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Let us know the address and the type of roof to book a survey: ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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About roof surveys in TN34
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. Typical surveys look at worn lead at chimneys and abutments and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, on the roof space, lead flashings and ridges, hips and valleys.
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually 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.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How our prices work
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why customers in TN34 book us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Around Hastings
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Paul's Church of England Academy, The Duke pub and William Parker Sports College, among other places. Nearby too are Alexandra Park (under half a mile south-east), University School (0.9 miles south-east) and St Luke's Church (within half a mile west). The closest station to Hastings is St Leonards Warrior Square station, roughly 0.9 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Conquest Hospital (1.2 miles north) and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (1.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hastings include Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Homes and roofs across TN34
Homes across TN34 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.
Several airports in London and South East England have flight restriction zones around them, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any drone flight in TN34. Where permission is needed, the flight waits for it. TN34 includes coastal places, where roofs take more wind and salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Hastings: Trees in and around Alexandra Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For landlords with property near St Leonards Warrior Square station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Why roofs fail
What’s under the slates or tiles is as important as the coverings themselves. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Look out for signs like these:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Loose chimney pots
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Keep the report with your property records
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Keep the report with your property records. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Check insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too, since leaks often start there.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
FAQs for TN34
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s emailed to you.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the loft space.