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Roof Survey in Alfriston
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Alfriston. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Loose chimney pots
About our roof survey in Alfriston
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. Typical surveys look at condensation or damp timbers in the loft and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on ridges, hips and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Alfriston (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Let us know about past leaks
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
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Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Alfriston
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
Your questions about roof surveys in Alfriston
I let a flat near Berwick (Sussex) station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is the coastal weather around Alfriston hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
When to book a survey in Alfriston
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, particularly near trees.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Landlords with a home close to Berwick (Sussex) station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before you book anyone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Alfriston
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 around your tenants.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Local roofs in Alfriston
Alfriston lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Historic houses like Alfriston Clergy House, about 0.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Alfriston goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Anyone responsible for a site like Alfriston School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St. Andrew, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Alfriston is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. If you’re in Alfriston, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across East Sussex, we cover Alfriston. There is also a page for Brighton.
We survey roofs across the BN26 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on High Street, Ropewalk and West Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Alfriston include Winton (1 mile north), Lullington (1 mile south-east), Dukes Green (1 mile south), Milton Street (1 mile north-east) and Alciston (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
Near you in Alfriston
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ye Olde Smugglers Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 2.2 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (under half a mile north-east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (4.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Alfriston includes Firle Beacon.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know 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. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older rural homes like those around Alfriston can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.