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Roof Survey in Old Heathfield
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Old Heathfield and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
How a roof survey works in Old Heathfield
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Common reasons to book are loose ridge or hip tiles and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Old Heathfield, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Old Heathfield (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey looks like in Old Heathfield
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of All Saints, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Historic houses such as Bateman's, about 4.9 miles north-east, show how far back building around Old Heathfield goes. If your home is one of the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. Anyone responsible for a site like Heathfield Community College will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Old Heathfield is about 7 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Whether the building in Old Heathfield is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, 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.
We survey roofs across the TN21 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on School Hill and Church Street. We also cover the places around Old Heathfield: Cade Street (1 mile north), Sandy Cross (1 mile west), Heathfield (1 mile west), Broad Oak (1 mile north) and Warbleton (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Lewes (13 miles south-west) and Hailsham (7 miles south).
What’s near Old Heathfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Star Inn and Parkside Community Primary School, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Hellingly Hospital (5 miles south) and Old Castle (3.6 miles east). The countryside around Old Heathfield includes Selwyns Wood.
What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it’s often been getting in for a while. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. For older village homes like those around Old Heathfield, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Old Heathfield
- A report with photos
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What you can safely check yourself
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.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Questions from Old Heathfield
Do you carry out roof surveys in Old Heathfield?
Yes, Old Heathfield is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Will you come out to Old Heathfield?
Yes, Old Heathfield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
How long does a roof survey take?
It normally takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
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What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Around Old Heathfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.