East Sussex · London and the South East
Hankham Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Hankham. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Roof survey in Hankham
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Each one comes with a written report. If you’ve noticed leaking gutter joints and downpipes and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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 often where weather gets in first.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Hankham (BN24)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
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.
What a roof survey does not cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is frequently been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Around Hankham, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- A report with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
FAQs for Hankham
Is the coastal weather around Hankham hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Hankham is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Pevensey & Westham station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How long does the visit take?
Allow an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Hankham homes and their roofs
Hankham is within about 3 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hankham Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. With Michelham Priory about 4.4 miles north-west, the area around Hankham has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Hankham is about 3 miles north of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Hankham as part of our work across London and South East England. Hankham is one of the places in East Sussex where we work for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Here we cover the BN24 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Hankham Road, Milton Street and Foords Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Blackness (1 mile south-west), Stone Cross (1 mile south), Polegate (2 miles west), Lower Willingdon (2 miles south-west) and Willingdon (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (3 miles south), Hastings (12 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles east), Seaford (9 miles west), Lewes (13 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Hankham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red Lion pub and Causeway School. The nearest railway station is Pevensey & Westham station, roughly 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and Pevensey Castle (1.7 miles east). Open spaces near Hankham include Combe Hill.
Also in Hankham
Prices for roof surveys in Hankham
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you need a roof survey in Hankham?
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Worn or blocked valleys
If you own a rental within reach of Pevensey & Westham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- When you will get the report
- What experience they bring
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Older roofs in small places like Hankham can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.