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Pre-purchase roof survey in Peacehaven, East Sussex
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Peacehaven. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Peacehaven
Buyers in Peacehaven and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us. If you’re worried about standing water on a flat extension roof and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around Peacehaven, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Peacehaven (BN10, BN9)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
FAQs for Peacehaven
Is my home in Peacehaven listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Peacehaven?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows, and Peacehaven is within about 1 mile of the coast.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where applicable.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision, so we can’t promise any saving.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings are a common source of leaks, so we look at each one closely. Any that need attention are photographed and explained.
Gutters and parapets
Parapet and box gutters are hidden behind walls and can overflow inside. We look at their linings and outlets from wherever is safe.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Chimney stacks
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Peacehaven
Peacehaven is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Newhaven Town station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Monk's House lies about 2.9 miles north, so building around Peacehaven goes back a long way. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Ascension Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Peacehaven is about 5 miles west of Seaford, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Peacehaven and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Peacehaven is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys. Brighton is in our area too.
All of BN10 and BN9 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Starling Drive, Bramber Close and Greenfinch Road, all of which we cover. Being close to the A259, Peacehaven is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Telscombe Cliffs (1 mile west), Telscombe (1 mile north-west), Piddinghoe (2 miles north-east), East Saltdean (2 miles west) and Newhaven (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles east), Lewes (6 miles north), Hailsham (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north) and Polegate (11 miles east).
Around Peacehaven
In Peacehaven, that means homes and buildings near Peacehaven Heights Primary School. For rail, the closest station is Newhaven Town station, roughly 2.1 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Planet Earth Museum (2.1 miles east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (2.9 miles east). Open spaces near Peacehaven include Itford Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
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How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Peacehaven, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Peacehaven, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Peacehaven
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.