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Roof survey in Shover's Green, East Sussex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Shover's Green. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shover's Green
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’re worried about debris building up in roof valleys and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Shover's Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Shover's Green (TN5)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Older and listed buildings around Shover's Green may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
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
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
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Also in Shover's Green
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Shover's Green
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For landlords with property near Stonegate station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Trees in and around Wadhurst Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Shover's Green is about 7 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We carry out roof surveys in Shover's Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We work across TN5 for roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find Shover's Green on the B2099, which makes it simple to reach. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Wallcrouch (1 mile east), Birchett's Green (1 mile north-east), Stonegate (1 mile south-east), Wadhurst (2 miles north-west) and Pell Green (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south), Crowborough (8 miles west), Uckfield (13 miles south-west) and Heathfield (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Shover's Green
We work in homes and buildings around Wadhurst Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Stonegate station, roughly 2.1 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Old Scotney Castle (3.6 miles north-east) and Ticehurst House Hospital (1.6 miles east). Open spaces near Shover's Green include Bewl Water.
When to book a survey in Shover's Green
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, especially near trees.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Wadhurst Castle lies about 1.6 miles north-west, so building around Shover's Green goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their report turnaround times
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
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.
FAQs for Shover's Green
I let a flat near Stonegate station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Shover's Green?
Yes. Shover's Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
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, including VAT.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Shover's Green, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
Prices for roof surveys in Shover's Green
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.