East Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Brightling
We carry out roof surveys in Brightling and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Roof survey in Brightling: what you get
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey chimney stacks, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have come away from the wall and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
Some older homes in villages like Brightling are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Brightling (TN32)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Brightling questions
Do you cover smaller places like Brightling?
Yes, Brightling 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 helps to know about access.
Can a landlord with a rental near Robertsbridge station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit typically takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Towns and villages near Brightling
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How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, 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 at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Brightling, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What this survey can’t tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A full building survey of the property
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Local roofs in Brightling
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Robertsbridge station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Brightling is about 9 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Bookings from Brightling are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: TN32. We offer roof surveys to properties on The Street and Rectory Hill and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Brightling: Hollingrove (1 mile east), Twelve Oaks (1 mile south), Oxley's Green (1 mile north-east), Netherfield (3 miles south-east) and Penhurst (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Hastings (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south), Hailsham (9 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Brightling
The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, about 3.3 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Old Castle (2.3 miles south-west) and Ticehurst House Hospital (5.9 miles north).
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. In a place like Brightling, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys on any day of the week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Signs you need a roof survey in Brightling
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Bateman's lies about 1.9 miles north-west, so building around Brightling goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the survey won’t cover
- What experience they bring
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?