East Sussex · London and the South East
Lunsford's Cross Roof Survey
Need a roof survey in Lunsford's Cross? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
FAQs for Lunsford's Cross
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Lunsford's Cross, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
I let a flat near Collington station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow an hour or two on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Is Lunsford's Cross in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Lunsford's Cross included.
About our roof survey in Lunsford's Cross
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about standing water on a flat roof and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Lunsford's Cross 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. 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Lunsford's Cross (TN39)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Lunsford's Cross
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Lunsford's Cross
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Landlords and letting agents in Lunsford's Cross book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
What we’re asked to look at in Lunsford's Cross
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 away from the wall. Missing lead isn’t unusual either, as thieves target it.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Anyone responsible for a site like Ninfield Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
Local roofs in Lunsford's Cross
Lunsford's Cross 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 high wind or heavy rain. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Trees in and around Highwoods shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. If you own a rental within reach of Collington station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Lunsford's Cross is about 2 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Bookings from Lunsford's Cross are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the TN39 postcode area for roof surveys. With the A269 close by, Lunsford's Cross is simple for us to get to for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Watermill (1 mile east), Russell's Green (1 mile west), Hooe Common (1 mile west), Ninfield (1 mile north-west) and Sidley (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (5 miles east), Hailsham (8 miles west), St Leonards (5 miles east), Polegate (9 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Lunsford's Cross
In Lunsford's Cross, that means homes and buildings near Highwoods and Bexhill High Academy and the streets around them. Lunsford's Cross’s nearest station is Collington station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bexhill Hospital (2.1 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (4.4 miles west). For a walk, there is Gillham Wood and Senlac Hill.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and the South East. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, which we describe in the report.
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Lunsford's Cross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- File the report with your home documents
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
Your report arrives by email. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Why it is worth a survey now in Lunsford's Cross
Leaks rarely show up straight away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. In a place like Lunsford's Cross, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
For a price for your roof in Lunsford's Cross, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Lunsford's Cross
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% of customers satisfied
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