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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Horam
Wondering about the roof at a property in Horam? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Horam and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
Pre-purchase roof survey in Horam
Our packages start with the Basic Survey from £150, while Standard starts from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check. Premium goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Pick the one that fits the property. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. We survey gutters and downpipes, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are standing water on a flat extension roof and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem.
For a small place like Horam, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Horam (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Horam book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Why it is worth a survey now in Horam
Small roof defects let water in slowly. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Finding the cause at the survey stage lets you deal with it as soon as you move in. For an older or listed building in a place like Horam, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Many older homes in London and the South East have slate roofs. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, plus the metal clips that show earlier patching.
Chimney stacks
A stack stands exposed above the roof line. The pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are all checked.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Older roofs in small places like Horam can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the roof space is agreed beforehand.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it is safe.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Horam: your questions answered
Will you come out to Horam?
Yes, Horam is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do you cover Horam?
Yes, Horam is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
How long does the survey visit take?
Allow an hour or two for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
How do I book a survey in Horam?
To arrange a survey, ring 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 agree a day with you.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Buying a home or a new roof in Horam
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Horselunges Manor lies about 3.2 miles south, so building around Horam goes back a long way. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy. If you live in an older home near Christ Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Horam is about 5 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Horam is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN21 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Whether your property is on Little London Road, Toll Wood Road and Beauford Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Burlow (1 mile south-west), Vines Cross (1 mile east), Maynard's Green (1 mile north), Lions Green (1 mile north-west) and Warbleton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles south).
Around Horam
Typical jobs here are in homes near Horam Inn and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Sussex Farm Museum (less than half a mile north-west) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (3.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.