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Roof survey in Stanmer, Brighton and Hove
Roof surveys in Stanmer from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
How a roof survey works in Stanmer
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. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’ve noticed loose chimney pots and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs, chimney stacks and ridges, hips and valleys alike.
Some older homes in villages like Stanmer are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
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.
- Location
- Stanmer (BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Stanmer, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stanmer
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Common roof problems in Stanmer
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that isn’t firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Trees in and around Stanmer Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the survey won’t cover
Roof surveys in Stanmer: local notes
Stanmer is within about 4 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Preston Manor & Gardens lies about 2.8 miles south-west, so building around Stanmer goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. Anyone responsible for a site like Coldean Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Stanmer is about 3 miles north-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We carry out roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Stanmer and the surrounding area. Across Brighton and Hove, we cover Stanmer.
All of BN1 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Hollingbury (1 mile south-west), Moulsecoomb (2 miles south), Bevendean (2 miles south), Patcham (2 miles west) and Hollingdean (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (3 miles south-west), Brighton and Hove (4 miles south-west), Hove (4 miles south-west), Carlton Hill (3 miles south), Hanover (3 miles south) and West Hill (3 miles south-west).
What’s near Stanmer
Around Stanmer, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Stanmer Park, University of Sussex Library and Brighton Aldridge Community Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Falmer station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Clayton Castle (3.4 miles north-west) and Churchill Square (3.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Ditchling Beacon and Ladies Mile.
Stanmer questions
Do you cover smaller places like Stanmer?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
I let a flat near Falmer station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.