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Roof Leak Investigation in Alciston
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Alciston. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
About our roof leak investigation in Alciston
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Lead flashings crack or lift, valley linings wear and parapet gutters overflow when outlets block. A central valley gutter on a butterfly roof often turns out to be the source. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from every safe viewpoint. The findings are recorded with photos. Common reasons to book are ceiling stains that grow after rain and condensation that looks like a leak, across the roof space, lead flashings and valleys and parapet gutters.
Being in a small place like Alciston makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Alciston (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Alciston
Damp in a ceiling or loft can lead to mould. It’s unpleasant, and it is harder to deal with once established. Stopping the water is the first step. Older cottages and farmhouses around Alciston can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Alciston
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
We’ll normally ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Alciston
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the leaking roof.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Check the loft is accessible
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
If there are several possible sources, we list them in order of likelihood. We say which items need prompt attention.
After a downpour, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Take photos of anything that changes.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Alciston often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the roof space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Alciston
Alciston lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For landlords with property near Berwick (Sussex) station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. The streets around a church such as The Parish Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Charleston Farmhouse, about 1.3 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Alciston. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Alciston is about 4 miles north of Seaford, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Alciston, the roof can be surveyed. Alciston is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for roof leak investigations. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Other places close to Alciston include Selmeston (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile north-east), Winton (1 mile south-east), Alfriston (2 miles south-east) and Milton Street (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (4 miles south), Lewes (7 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Crowborough (15 miles north).
What’s near Alciston
Around Alciston, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rose Cottage Inn. The closest station to Alciston is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Arlington Castle (1.7 miles south-east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Firle Beacon.
DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
FAQs for Alciston
Do you cover smaller places like Alciston?
Yes, Alciston is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is the coastal weather around Alciston hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Alciston is within about 5 miles of the coast.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
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.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing. Clear access to the loft. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. A leak typically shows in one area and follows rain, while condensation is often spread out and worse in cold weather. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.