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Roof Survey in Seaford
Roof surveys in Seaford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Worn or blocked valleys
What a roof survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Seaford
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Seaford
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. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Typical surveys look at slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, across clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
Seaford mixes older houses, frequently slate or clay tiled, with newer estates, many of them with concrete tiles. Chimneys on older houses may be redundant, capped or leaning, and their lead flashings still need to be sound. Newer homes have fewer chimneys but their own weak points at ridges, verges and gutters.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Seaford (BN25)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Seaford homes and their roofs
Seaford is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live near a park such as Seaford Head Nature Reserve, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. Historic houses like Alfriston Clergy House, about 3 miles north-east, show how far back building around Seaford goes. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you let a flat or house near Seaford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Seaford is about 8 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Seaford and nearby. Our East Sussex coverage includes Seaford and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in BN25 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on High Street, Station Road and East Albany Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Seaford sits on or near the A259, which makes travel easy. We also cover Bishopstone (1 mile north-west), Norton (2 miles north-west), Tide Mills (2 miles west), Westdean (2 miles east) and Dukes Green (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (8 miles east), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (9 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north), Newhaven (3 miles north-west) and Peacehaven (5 miles west). Being one of East Sussex’s larger places, Seaford has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Seaford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Peter's School, Seaford Head School and Seven Sisters pub, among other places. The closest station to Seaford is Seaford station, about 0.5 miles south-west. A little further out are Newhaven Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Arlington Castle (3.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Firle Beacon.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
FAQs for Seaford
I let a flat near Seaford station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Seaford?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
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What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a visit in Seaford, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. If there is a side gate or a rear garden, let us know how to reach it. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- 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.
Before the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Extensions and dormers on homes around Seaford frequently hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. A few wet winters later, it can mean new plaster and decorating as well as roof work.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Seaford
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar, as wind can lift them.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.