Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Moulsecoomb Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Moulsecoomb, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Moulsecoomb
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. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and the roof space, and people most often book us about flashings that have come away from the wall and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
In a smaller place like Moulsecoomb, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Moulsecoomb (BN2, BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Moulsecoomb
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Loose chimney pots
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
For landlords with property near Moulsecoomb station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- File the report with your home documents
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Parking around Moulsecoomb is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A full building survey of the property
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Moulsecoomb
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
Towns and villages near Moulsecoomb
Other services in Moulsecoomb
Why act early in Moulsecoomb
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or to a real problem being missed. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. In a smaller place like Moulsecoomb, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Moulsecoomb
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
What affects the cost of roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
For a price for your roof in Moulsecoomb, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Local roofs in Moulsecoomb
Moulsecoomb lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Historic houses such as Preston Manor & Gardens, about 1.8 miles west, show how far back building around Moulsecoomb goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. The streets around a church such as St. Andrew's are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Moulsecoomb is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Surveys in Moulsecoomb work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Our Brighton and Hove coverage includes Moulsecoomb.
Every address in BN2 and BN1 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on Natal Road, Lewes Road and The Avenue. If you are just outside Moulsecoomb, we cover Bevendean (1 mile south-east), Hollingdean (1 mile west), Hollingbury (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile south-west) and Hanover (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (4 miles west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (4 miles west), Hangleton (4 miles west), Saltdean (4 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles west).
Local landmarks in Moulsecoomb
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bevy pub, University of Sussex Library and Brighton Aldridge Community Academy and the streets around them. Moulsecoomb has its own railway station: Moulsecoomb station. Well-known places in the area include Churchill Square (2.3 miles south-west) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). For a walk, there is Bevendean Down and Newmarket Hill.
Your questions about roof surveys in Moulsecoomb
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Moulsecoomb?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Moulsecoomb is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Is Moulsecoomb within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
How much does a roof survey cost in Moulsecoomb?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
How long does the visit take?
Allow roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.