East Sussex · London and the South East
Hale Green Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Hale Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Hale Green: what you get
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. 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. If you’ve noticed torn or sagging underlay and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on the roof space, natural slate and chimney stacks alike.
Some older homes in villages like Hale Green 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 frequently expected.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Hale Green (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof surveys around Hale Green
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. The wider area around Hale Green has a long history of building, with Horselunges Manor about 2.4 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Take a building like Chiddingly Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Hale Green is about 4 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Hale Green is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We survey roofs across BN8 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Gun Hill (1 mile east), Muddles Green (1 mile south-west), Burlow (1 mile north-east), Lions Green (2 miles north) and Horam (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (9 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (10 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west), Hailsham (4 miles south-east) and Crowborough (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in Hale Green
In Hale Green, that means homes and buildings near The Six Bells Public House, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.7 miles south-east) and Sussex Farm Museum (2.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hale Green include Selwyns Wood.
The survey, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere like Hale Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Why get it checked now?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. In a place like Hale Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
Nearby places to Hale Green
What else we do in Hale Green
Your questions about roof surveys in Hale Green
Do you cover smaller places like Hale Green?
Yes, Hale Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Hale Green is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Stay off ladders and the roof
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.