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Roof survey in Chapel Row, East Sussex
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- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Torn or sagging underlay
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
About our roof survey in Chapel Row
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are valley linings that have cracked or split and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching.
Some older homes in villages like Chapel Row are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Chapel Row (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Chapel Row
What else we do in Chapel Row
Chapel Row homes and their roofs
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Chapel Row, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Horselunges Manor lies about 3.4 miles west, so building around Chapel Row goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Chapel Row is about 3 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Chapel Row and the surrounding area. Across East Sussex, we cover Chapel Row and the places around it. There is also a page for Brighton.
We work across BN27 for roof surveys. If you are just outside Chapel Row, we cover Flowers Green (1 mile south), Herstmonceux (1 mile north-west), Windmill Hill (1 mile east), Golden Cross (1 mile south-west) and Stunts Green (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (10 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-west).
Around Chapel Row
Around Chapel Row, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Brewers' Arms Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pevensey Bay station, roughly 4.8 miles south. Nearby you will also find Amberstone Hospital (2.2 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.2 miles south-east).
Your questions about roof surveys in Chapel Row
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chapel Row?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Chapel Row?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
What we are asked to look at in Chapel Row
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you let a flat or house near Pevensey Bay station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Are they insured for the work?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What we do, 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. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Chapel Row often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. 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.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What a roof survey does not cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Mention any damp patches when you book
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We look for the likely route in.
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. Upstands and outlets are checked too.