Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Roof survey in Hove, Brighton and Hove
Wondering about the roof at a property in Hove? We carry out roof surveys in Hove and across Brighton and Hove.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hove
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. 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. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Most homes in a town like Hove are houses, so the roof is normally the owner’s to look after. Small faults, such as a cracked ridge, a slipped tile or a blocked gutter, are cheaper to deal with early. A roof report gives you a list of what needs doing and how soon. Photographs show you exactly what was seen, even on parts you cannot reach yourself.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Hove (BN3, BN1, BN52)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hove
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Every so frequently, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hove
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hove. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Hove: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hove?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Hove station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is Hove in your area?
Yes. We cover Hove and the rest of Brighton and Hove, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Most visits in a town like Hove start at the front of the house and work round to the back. The back garden is frequently where extensions, dormers and rear slopes are best seen, so unlocked gates help. The loft comes next, where there is safe access.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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What a roof survey looks like in Hove
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Hove, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take a building like St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For landlords with property near Hove station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Hove is about 2 miles west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We carry out roof surveys in Hove for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Hove is one of the places in Brighton and Hove where we work.
Every address in BN3, BN1 and BN52 is within our area for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Farm Road, York Road and Aymer Road, and we cover them all. With the A270 and A2023 close by, Hove is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Hove: Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-west), Brunswick (1 mile south-east), Aldrington (1 mile west), Prestonville (1 mile north-east) and West Blatchington (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Kemptown (3 miles east), Whitehawk (3 miles east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east), Hollingbury (3 miles north-east), Bevendean (3 miles east) and Saltdean (6 miles east). Being one of Brighton and Hove’s larger places, Hove has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Near you in Hove
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Drive Prep School, St. Ann's Well Gardens and The Urchin pub. Hove has its own railway station: Hove station. Well-known places in the area include British Engineerium (0.9 miles north) and Montefiore Hospital (0.7 miles east). Not far away are Whitehawk Hill and Thundersbarrow Hill.
Towns and villages near Hove
Also in Hove
How the survey changes by roof type
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.