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Pre-purchase roof survey in Boreham Street, East Sussex
We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Boreham Street and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Boreham Street
With a written roof report, you can go back to the seller or agent with specifics. You might ask about past repairs, ask for work to be done before completion or think again about your offer. We cannot say how a seller will respond, but you’ll be asking from facts rather than guesses. It also helps you decide whether to go ahead at all. We survey natural slate, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have lifted or split and gutters choked with leaves and moss.
For a small place like Boreham Street, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Boreham Street (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Boreham Street
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Landlords and agents in Boreham Street book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof.
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Also in Boreham Street
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Slate is common on Victorian and Edwardian houses. We look for slates that have slid, cracked or gone, and for clips or tingles that show past repairs.
Gutters and parapets
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter, usually to the back of the house. If the home you’re buying has one, that gutter and its outlet get a careful look.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Older roofs in small places like Boreham Street can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Boreham Street, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Boreham Street questions
Is my home in Boreham Street listed or in a conservation area?
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 being near the coast affect roofs in Boreham Street?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a dedicated roof survey, and you get a written report with photos. It is not a RICS survey and does not cover the rest of the house.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What happens if roof problems are left?
After exchange, any roof defect is yours to deal with. Before then, you can still ask questions, ask for work to be done or reconsider. Finding out later gives you the same facts, but too late to use them in the purchase. Around Boreham Street, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Boreham Street
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Buying a home or a new roof in Boreham Street
Boreham Street is within about 4 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Landlords with a home close to Normans Bay station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Boreham Street is about 5 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We cover Boreham Street and the rest of East Sussex. Our East Sussex coverage includes Boreham Street. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in BN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Boreham Lane, Wood Lane and Boreham Hill and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Boreham Street: Windmill Hill (1 mile north-west), Wartling (1 mile south-west), Flowers Green (2 miles west), Chapel Row (2 miles west) and Golden Cross (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south-west), Hastings (9 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Hailsham (5 miles west) and Crowborough (15 miles north-west).
What’s near Boreham Street
We work in homes and buildings around The Bulls Head Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Normans Bay station, roughly 3.7 miles south. Nearby you will also find Amberstone Hospital (4 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Gillham Wood.
When to book a survey in Boreham Street
The fixings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles do. Good slate can last well over a century, but corroded nails let slates slip. It’s a frequent finding on older houses.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
For any home in Boreham Street, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What exactly goes into their report
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their track record with similar roofs