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Pre-purchase roof survey in Broad Oak, East Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Broad Oak, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Cottages and farmhouses around Broad Oak often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Broad Oak
We survey roofs for buyers in Broad Oak and across London and the South East. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. The report says what’s in good order, what isn’t and what to deal with first. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Common reasons to book are old water stains in the roof space and quick fixes on flashings and valleys, on lead flashings and valleys, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Broad Oak may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Broad Oak (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Broad Oak
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Which survey package you book
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Broad Oak
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Historic houses such as Bateman's, about 4.2 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Broad Oak goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Ebenezer Chapel: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Broad Oak is about 7 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Broad Oak and nearby. Broad Oak is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. There is also a page for Brighton.
We survey roofs across the TN21 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Halley Road, Burwash Road and Highview Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Cade Street (1 mile south-west), Old Heathfield (1 mile south), Heathfield (2 miles south-west), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-west) and Maynard's Green (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Lewes (14 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (7 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Broad Oak
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Heathfield Community College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Stonegate station, about 4.5 miles north-east. A little further out are Old Castle (3.7 miles south-east) and Sussex Farm Museum (3.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Selwyns Wood.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A mortgage valuation isn’t a roof survey. Its job is to check the property’s value for the mortgage, not at the condition of each slate and flashing. A roof survey is carried out for the buyer, and the report is written for you to use. For an older or listed building in a place like Broad Oak, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- A written report with photographs
- 20+ years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Nearby places to Broad Oak
What else we do in Broad Oak
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Broad Oak questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Broad Oak?
Yes, Broad Oak is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Broad Oak as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broad Oak?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How do I book a survey in Broad Oak?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
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. Let us know your timetable as you book.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Let us know your exchange date as you book
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
It is worth sharing the report with your solicitor so questions can go to the seller’s solicitor. It can prompt questions about past roof work and any paperwork for it, especially where we’ve found patch repairs.
Keep an eye on chimneys and flashings in your new home. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. Binoculars from the ground are enough for a first look.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Broad Oak
Chimneys take the worst of the weather. Pointing crumbles, flaunching cracks and flashings lift. A stack may be shared with the neighbours, which matters if work is needed.
Signs worth acting on include:
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
If you own a rental within reach of Stonegate station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long the report takes to arrive