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Roof Survey in Telscombe Cliffs
Need a roof survey in Telscombe Cliffs? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Roof surveys in Telscombe Cliffs: local notes
Telscombe Cliffs is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there’s 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 your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Telscombe Cliffs Community Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Ascension Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Telscombe Cliffs is about 3 miles west of Newhaven, in East Sussex. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Telscombe Cliffs and nearby. Telscombe Cliffs is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Roof surveys in BN10 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Park Avenue, Ambleside Avenue and Park View Rise and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Telscombe (1 mile north), Peacehaven (1 mile east), East Saltdean (1 mile west), Saltdean (1 mile west) and Piddinghoe (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles east), Seaford (5 miles east), Lewes (5 miles north), Hailsham (12 miles east), Uckfield (13 miles north-east) and Newhaven (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Telscombe Cliffs
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Peacehaven Community School and Smugglers Rest pub. For rail, the closest station is Newhaven Town station, about 2.9 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Planet Earth Museum (2.8 miles east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (3.7 miles east). Open spaces near Telscombe Cliffs include Itford Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
Roof survey in Telscombe Cliffs
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, like moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. We survey lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters.
In a smaller place like Telscombe Cliffs, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Telscombe Cliffs (BN10)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is often been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. Around Telscombe Cliffs, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too, since leaks frequently start there.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Telscombe Cliffs questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Newhaven Town station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Is Telscombe Cliffs within the area you cover?
Yes, Telscombe Cliffs is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
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What affects the price in Telscombe Cliffs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
We will usually ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
To get a price for roof surveys in Telscombe Cliffs, phone 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.
The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to a smaller place like Telscombe Cliffs is no different on the day: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
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.
Related advice
What we’re asked to look at in Telscombe Cliffs
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose chimney pots
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
With Monk's House about 3 miles north-east, the area around Telscombe Cliffs has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Telscombe Cliffs
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys