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Roof survey in Aldrington, Brighton and Hove
Roof surveys around Aldrington, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
About our roof survey in Aldrington
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and lead flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are condensation or damp timbers in the loft and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Houses in smaller places like Aldrington can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Aldrington (BN3, BN41, BN42)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. With lower homes, common in places like Aldrington, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Aldrington
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Places near Aldrington
What else we do in Aldrington
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Questions from Aldrington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Aldrington?
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.
I let a flat near Portslade station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you go up on the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the roof space.
Aldrington homes and their roofs
Aldrington lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. With Portslade Manor about 1.4 miles north-west, Aldrington sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, 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.
Homes near green spaces such as Hove Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Landlords with a home close to Portslade station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark such as St Philip's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Aldrington is about 1 mile south-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. Aldrington gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Aldrington is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we work for roof surveys.
Surveys in BN3, BN41 and BN42 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Wish Road, Saxon Road and Roman Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Aldrington: Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile east), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Brunswick (2 miles east) and Prestonville (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Local landmarks in Aldrington
In Aldrington, that means homes and buildings near The Drive Prep School, The Gather Inn and Hove Park School. The nearest railway station is Portslade station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Montefiore Hospital (1.7 miles east) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Homes around Aldrington often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Prices for roof surveys in Aldrington
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Which survey package you book
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.