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Landlord Roof Survey in Broadfield
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Broadfield, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Homes around Broadfield often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Landlord roof survey in Broadfield
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. We may need to get into the roof space and some or all of the flats and residents will need to be told in advance. You or your agent arrange access and we will say what we need when you book. Where we can’t get into part of the building, the report says so. We survey blocks of flats, converted houses and gutters and downpipes, and people most frequently book us about blocked gutters over flats and mortar falling from ridges and verges.
Houses in smaller places like Broadfield can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Broadfield (RH11, RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Broadfield
Also in Broadfield
DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Make sure the roof space can be accessed
- File each roof report for future reference
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
The report comes with photos and written recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. It’s emailed to you ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
Landlord roof surveys in Broadfield: local notes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Crawley, which Broadfield is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. On homes of that age, felt underlay, flat roofs, gutters and fixings may all be due attention.
The streets around a church such as Christ The Lord are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Trees in and around Target Hill Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Tyes Place, about 4.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Broadfield. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
Broadfield is about 1 mile south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Broadfield and the rest of West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Broadfield and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: RH11 and RH10. Whether your property is on Terry Road, Hobbs Road and Clark Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Kilnwood Vale (2 miles west), Colgate (2 miles south-west), Faygate (2 miles west), Handcross (3 miles south) and Plummers Plain (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (9 miles east), Billingshurst (12 miles south-west) and Roffey (4 miles west).
Near you in Broadfield
We work in homes and buildings around Cottesmore School, Target Hill Park and The New Moon pub. Broadfield’s nearest station is Crawley station, about 1.4 miles north-east. A little further out are Crawley Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Crawley Museum (1.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. Our report separates urgent items from those that can wait, so spending can be spread sensibly. Homes in smaller places like Broadfield can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common questions in Broadfield
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in Broadfield be checked too?
Usually, yes: tell us about it when booking so the visit can include it. Many homes in new towns like Crawley have flat-roofed garages and porches, and felt roofs often last around 15–20 years.
Is my home in Broadfield listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Larger buildings are priced to suit. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What access do you need for a block roof survey?
That depends on the layout. Frequently we need the loft and certain flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We will confirm what we need when booking.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, we do not advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. We report on the roof’s condition and what needs attention.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs often need replacing after around 15–20 years, so their age matters.
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof often tells us more. We go into the loft where it is safe looking for water marks and gaps.