West Sussex · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Ardingly
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Ardingly and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Leave it or get it looked at?
A dated condition report is useful for the building’s records. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling maintenance plan. For older village homes like those around Ardingly, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of clients satisfied
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ardingly
A roof over tenants or leaseholders frequently gets attention only when water comes in. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a written report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to see how the roof is changing. If you’ve noticed ceiling stains reported by tenants and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Ardingly, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Ardingly (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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 full building survey of every part of the property
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
Local roofs in Ardingly
With Priest House about 2.2 miles north-east, Ardingly sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Peter's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like St Peter's CofE Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Landlords with a home close to Balcombe station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Ardingly is about 3 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Ardingly and the rest of West Sussex. Ardingly is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Landlord roof surveys in RH17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets like High Street, Munnion Road and Price Way. Close by, we survey roofs in Little London (1 mile north), Highbrook (1 mile north-east), Lindfield (2 miles south), Horsted Keynes (2 miles east) and West Hoathly (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles north-west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles north-west).
Around Ardingly
We work in homes and buildings around The Ardingly Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Ardingly is Balcombe station, about 2.5 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Waterbury Castle (2 miles east) and Princess Royal Hospital (3.9 miles south). Not far away are Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
What affects the price in Ardingly
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Basic, Standard or Premium
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
How the survey changes by roof type
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Where a roof is shared with neighbours, we can only inspect what we are given access to and note what couldn’t be seen.
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. We record what we see.
Also near Ardingly
What else we do in Ardingly
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Ardingly
Can a landlord with a rental near Balcombe station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Ardingly?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes. We inspect the parts we are given access to, as far as they can safely be seen. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
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. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Ardingly, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ardingly
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.