East Sussex · London and the South East
Vines Cross Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Vines Cross. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn or blocked valleys
Roof survey in Vines Cross: what you get
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, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We survey natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about torn or sagging underlay and leaning or weathered chimney stacks.
Older buildings in small places like Vines Cross may be 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. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Vines Cross (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How we price roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Vines Cross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
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. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move.
What we are asked to look at in Vines Cross
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Common reasons to book include:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you look after a building like Maynards Green Community Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their insurance cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Why act early in Vines Cross
By the time water marks a ceiling, it’s frequently been getting in for a while. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. In a place like Vines Cross, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about roof surveys in Vines Cross
Do you carry out roof surveys in Vines Cross?
Yes, Vines Cross is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Vines Cross listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Vines Cross?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Vines Cross
Historic houses such as Horselunges Manor, about 3.6 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Vines Cross goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Vines Cross is about 5 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Vines Cross is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We survey roofs across the TN21 postcode area for roof surveys. We also cover Warbleton (1 mile north-east), Horam (1 mile west), Maynard's Green (1 mile north-west), Burlow (2 miles south-west) and Old Heathfield (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles south).
Near you in Vines Cross
We work in homes and buildings around The Brewers Arms and Heathfield Community College and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Old Castle (3.9 miles east) and Sussex Farm Museum (1.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.