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Roof survey in John's Cross, East Sussex
Independent roof surveys in John's Cross. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Why it is worth a survey now in John's Cross
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. For older village homes like those around John's Cross, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in John's Cross
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in John's Cross
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey natural slate, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and flashings that have come away from the wall.
Older buildings in small places like John's Cross may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- John's Cross (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
John's Cross: your questions answered
Is my home in John's Cross listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can a landlord with a rental near Robertsbridge station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as John's Cross, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Roof by roof
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof.
Do you need a roof survey in John's Cross?
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Problems we come across often include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
For landlords with property near Robertsbridge station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Roof surveys around John's Cross
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Durhamford Manor lies about 2.1 miles south-east, so building around John's Cross goes back a long way. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. If you look after a building such as Vinehall School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
John's Cross is about 7 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. John's Cross is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Roof surveys in TN32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof survey at a property on Vinehall Road and John's Cross Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Mountfield (1 mile south-west), Robertsbridge (2 miles north-west), Northbridge Street (2 miles north), Salehurst (2 miles north) and Netherfield (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (15 miles south-west), Hastings (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (12 miles south-west), Crowborough (15 miles north-west) and St Leonards (8 miles south).
Landmarks near John's Cross
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to John's Cross Public House and Robertsbridge Community College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Museum of Local History (3.2 miles south). Open spaces near John's Cross include Senlac Hill.
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 is where a survey comes in.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.