East Sussex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Houghton Green, East Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Houghton Green, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- The roof space
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Houghton Green
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. If you’re worried about worn lead at chimneys and abutments and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and flat roofs alike.
In a village or hamlet like Houghton Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Houghton Green (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Houghton Green questions
Do you cover smaller places like Houghton Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Houghton Green is listed?
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.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot. Older cottages and farmhouses around Houghton Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Houghton Green, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Check we can open the loft hatch
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Nearby places to Houghton Green
More services for Houghton Green
What a roof survey looks like in Houghton Green
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Houghton Green, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. About 1.5 miles south lies Lamb House, a reminder of how long the area around Houghton Green has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Rye station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Michael: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a building like St Michael's Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Houghton Green is about 11 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Houghton Green gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in TN31 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Playden (1 mile south-west), East Guldeford (1 mile south-east), Iden (1 mile north-west), Rye (1 mile south) and Rye Foreign (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (11 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-west), St Leonards (11 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-west), Belmont (10 miles south-west) and Hollington (11 miles south-west).
Near you in Houghton Green
Around Houghton Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Kings Head Inn and Rye College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Rye station, roughly 1.3 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (1.4 miles south) and Ypres Tower (1.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.