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Roof Survey in Icklesham
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Icklesham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Surveys for landlords and agents in Icklesham
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Roof survey in Icklesham
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about flashings that have come away from the wall and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
Older buildings in small places like Icklesham may be 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. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Icklesham (TN36)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Other services in Icklesham
Common roof problems in Icklesham
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. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
With Lamb House about 3.7 miles north-east, the area around Icklesham has a long history. If your home is one of the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Roof surveys around Icklesham
Icklesham 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 can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you look after a building such as Icklesham Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Nicholas: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Icklesham is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Icklesham and the rest of East Sussex. Icklesham is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
All of TN36 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a roof survey at a property on Tithe Barn Field, Manor Close and High Fords or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Icklesham, we cover Broad Street (1 mile west), Cock Marling (2 miles north), Udimore (2 miles north), Three Oaks (2 miles south-west) and Broadland Row (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south-west), Belmont (5 miles south-west) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Icklesham
For rail, the closest station is Winchelsea station, about 2 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Camber Castle (3.2 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (1.9 miles east). The countryside around Icklesham includes Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Icklesham, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, 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 check the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Icklesham: your questions answered
Is Icklesham within the area you cover?
Yes, Icklesham is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Winchelsea station?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How soon is the report ready?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We send it by email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices quoted always include 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.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.