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Balls Cross Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Balls Cross, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Balls Cross
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at leaks into upper flats and worn ridges, hips and verges, on converted houses, gutters and downpipes and shared roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Balls Cross 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. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Balls Cross (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Balls Cross homes and their roofs
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Petworth House about 2.9 miles south, Balls Cross sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Balls Cross is about 12 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We visit Balls Cross as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Across West Sussex, we cover Balls Cross and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Landlord roof surveys in GU28 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Balls Cross include Kirdford (2 miles east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles north-east), Plaistow (3 miles north-east), Ifold (4 miles north-east) and Wisborough Green (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (12 miles east), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Rustington (15 miles south), Storrington (10 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Balls Cross
Other landmarks nearby include Lodsworth Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Balls Cross
On a shared roof, it is not always clear who should act. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it, so maintenance gets put off. A condition report gives everyone the same starting point.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Leaks into upper flats
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What exactly goes into their report
- What follow-up you get after the report
Useful tips for Balls Cross property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Arrange flat access beforehand
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem typically is.
FAQs for Balls Cross
Do you cover Balls Cross?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Balls Cross as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Balls Cross?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How do I book a survey in Balls Cross?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop 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.
How long does a landlord roof survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Blocks are priced on their size and roofs, so ring 07833 053749 or email us for a price.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Balls Cross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
On older pitched roofs, the fixings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles. The report records it.
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area, so it needs arranging.