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Roof survey in Lower Horsebridge, East Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Lower Horsebridge, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Let us know about past leaks
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
About our roof survey in Lower Horsebridge
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it is easy to find a day that suits. We survey flat roofs, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and debris building up in roof valleys.
Some older homes in villages like Lower Horsebridge are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Lower Horsebridge (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Lower Horsebridge
What else we do in Lower Horsebridge
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We look for the likely route in.
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Lower Horsebridge: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lower Horsebridge?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Is Lower Horsebridge within the area you cover?
Yes, Lower Horsebridge is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email 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 experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Roof surveys around Lower Horsebridge
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, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Horselunges Manor about 0.6 miles north-east, Lower Horsebridge sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Hellingly Community Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live in an older home near Zoar Strict Baptist Chapel, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Polegate station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Lower Horsebridge is about 1 mile north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We cover Lower Horsebridge and the rest of East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Brighton.
Surveys in BN27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Lower Horsebridge: Tile Hurst (1 mile south), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile east), Lower Dicker (1 mile west), Hellingly (1 mile east) and Hailsham (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (10 miles west) and Crowborough (12 miles north).
What’s near Lower Horsebridge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hailsham Community College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Polegate station, about 4.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Herstmonceux Castle (4.5 miles east) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (1.1 miles north-east).
Checking the roof from ground level
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Lower Horsebridge often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.