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Roof Survey in Ninfield
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Ninfield, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Debris building up in roof valleys
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ninfield
Our roof surveys cover Ninfield and the wider South East. Visits run on any day of the week. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We are frequently asked to look into valley linings that have cracked or split and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, on ridges, hips and valleys, the roof space and lead flashings.
In a small place like Ninfield, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Ninfield (TN33)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a small place like Ninfield, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. In a small place like Ninfield, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Why book us in Ninfield
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Roof surveys around Ninfield
Ninfield is within about 4 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you let a flat or house near Crowhurst station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Anyone responsible for a site like Ninfield Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Ninfield is about 3 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Ninfield, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Surveys in TN33 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include High Street, Moons Hill and The Green, and we cover them all. Being close to the B2095, Ninfield is easy for us to reach for roof surveys. We also cover Russell's Green (1 mile south), Hooe Common (1 mile south), Lunsford's Cross (1 mile south-east), Catsfield (1 mile north-east) and Watermill (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (7 miles west), St Leonards (6 miles east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Ninfield
In Ninfield, that means homes and buildings near Ashburnham Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Crowhurst station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bexhill Hospital (3.5 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (3.8 miles west). Not far away are Senlac Hill and Gillham Wood.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Common roof problems in Ninfield
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
If you live near a park such as Ashburnham Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Will the report include photos?
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Ninfield: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Ninfield?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is my home in Ninfield listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is Ninfield in your area?
Yes. We carry out roof surveys in Ninfield, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.