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Roof Survey in Peacehaven
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Peacehaven and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
About our roof survey in Peacehaven
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
In a smaller place like Peacehaven, 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. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Peacehaven (BN10, BN9)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Peacehaven
Peacehaven lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Historic houses such as Monk's House, about 2.9 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Peacehaven goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Ascension Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Peacehaven Community School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Peacehaven is about 5 miles west of Seaford, in East Sussex. Peacehaven is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Peacehaven is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in BN10 and BN9 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Starling Drive, Bramber Close and Greenfinch Road, and we cover them all. Peacehaven sits on or near the A259, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Peacehaven include Telscombe Cliffs (1 mile west), Telscombe (1 mile north-west), Piddinghoe (2 miles north-east), East Saltdean (2 miles west) and Newhaven (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles east), Lewes (6 miles north), Hailsham (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north) and Polegate (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Peacehaven
We work in homes and buildings around Peacehaven Heights Primary School. The nearest railway station is Newhaven Town station, roughly 2.1 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Planet Earth Museum (2.1 miles east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (2.9 miles east). Not far away are Itford Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Peacehaven
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Why get it checked now?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. We look at them before they cause trouble. Blocked gutters on homes around Peacehaven overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Every finding written up with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
Peacehaven questions
Do you cover smaller places like Peacehaven?
Yes, Peacehaven is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Peacehaven 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.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a smaller place like Peacehaven, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What we are asked to look at in Peacehaven
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
If you own a rental within reach of Newhaven Town station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What they will not be able to tell you
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A full building survey of the property
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles