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Roof survey in Broad Oak, East Sussex
Roof surveys in Broad Oak and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof survey in Broad Oak: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey the roof space, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are flashings that have come away from the wall and valley linings that have cracked or split.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Broad Oak (TN31)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about roof surveys in Broad Oak
Is my home in Broad Oak listed or in a conservation area?
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 Doleham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. 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.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Towns and villages near Broad Oak
Also in Broad Oak
Surveys for landlords and agents in Broad Oak
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
How we price roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What made you get in touch
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Let us know about past leaks
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a village or hamlet like Broad Oak, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, 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 photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
For a price for roof surveys in Broad Oak, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What a roof survey looks like in Broad Oak
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
With Great Dixter about 3.3 miles north, the area around Broad Oak has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Brede Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Doleham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Broad Oak is about 6 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cover Broad Oak and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Broad Oak is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: TN31. We cover properties on Pond Close, Reedswood Road and The Orchard. With the B2089 close by, Broad Oak is simple for us to get to for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-east), Broadland Row (1 mile east), Doleham (2 miles south), Udimore (2 miles east) and Beckley (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Hastings (6 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Around Broad Oak
Broad Oak’s nearest station is Doleham station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Nortons Farm Museum (3.7 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (4.7 miles south). Open spaces near Broad Oak include Flatropers Wood.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts with the stack outside. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.