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Roof Survey in Rock-a-Nore
Roof surveys across Rock-a-Nore, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Loose chimney pots
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Rock-a-Nore
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We survey the roof space, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
Around Rock-a-Nore, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Rock-a-Nore (TN34, TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Blocked gutters on homes around Rock-a-Nore overflow and soak walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Rock-a-Nore, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Check pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Rock-a-Nore, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
What we can’t see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
Common questions in Rock-a-Nore
I let a flat near Ore station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is the coastal weather around Rock-a-Nore hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Rock-a-Nore is within about 1 mile of the coast.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How long does a roof survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Report times depend on the package.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Roof surveys in Rock-a-Nore: local notes
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Rock-a-Nore, 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. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Shop and office owners around Priory Meadow Shopping Centre may find that a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. For landlords with property near Ore station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Rock-a-Nore is about 2 miles south-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We visit Rock-a-Nore as part of our work across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Rock-a-Nore is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
All of TN34 and TN35 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Crown Lane, Croft Road and Queens Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Hastings Old Town (1 mile north-west), Belmont (1 mile north-west), America Ground (1 mile west), Blacklands (1 mile north-west) and St Helen's (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west) and Langney (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Rock-a-Nore
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Dolphin pub, Linton Gardens and Roman Catholic Church of St Mary Star of the Sea, among other places. Nearby too are William Parker Sports College (1.8 miles north-west) and University School (1 mile west). Rock-a-Nore’s nearest station is Ore station, roughly 0.8 miles north. A little further out are Flower Makers Museum (within half a mile west) and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (0.6 miles west). The countryside around Rock-a-Nore includes Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
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What we are asked to look at in Rock-a-Nore
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
Common reasons to book include:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Ebenezer Particular Baptist Chapel, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their report turnaround times
Surveys for landlords and agents in Rock-a-Nore
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.