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Roof Survey in Ratton Village
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Ratton Village and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
About our roof survey in Ratton Village
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. If you are worried about ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around Ratton Village, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are normally where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Ratton Village (BN20, BN21, BN22)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a smaller place like Ratton Village, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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How we price roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. In an older home around Ratton Village, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Ratton Village
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Ratton Village
Ratton Village is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind near 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. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Hampden Park station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you look after a building such as Ocklynge Junior School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Ratton Village is about 2 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Ratton Village, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Our East Sussex coverage includes Ratton Village and the places around it. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Here we cover the BN20, BN21 and BN22 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Park Lane, Butts Lane and Ruskin Road or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A2270, Ratton Village is simple for us to get to for roof surveys. We also cover the places around Ratton Village: Hampden Park (1 mile east), Old Town (1 mile south), Eastbourne (2 miles east), Upperton (2 miles south-east) and Jevington (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles north-east), Seaford (6 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (5 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles east).
What’s near Ratton Village
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red Lion pub, Gildrege Park and Ratton School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Hampden Park station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Filching Manor And Motor Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (0.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Ratton Village includes Combe Hill.
Ratton Village: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Hampden Park station?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is my home in Ratton Village listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Do you cover Ratton Village for roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Ratton Village.
How much does a roof survey cost in Ratton Village?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
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.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.