West Sussex · London and the South East
Cross Gate Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys in Cross Gate, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Missing or loose roof coverings
Landlord roof survey in Cross Gate: what you get
We survey let and shared roofs in Cross Gate and across London and South East England. A visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Everything is inspected as far as it can be seen safely, and by drone where it is applicable. A written report with photos follows. Typical surveys look at choked outlets and gutters and parapets and upstands in poor repair, across converted houses, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats.
Older buildings in small places like Cross Gate may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Where we can’t see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Cross Gate (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters frequently shows as damp inside. Any problems are photographed.
Roof spaces and lofts
Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay or none at all. The report records the underlay where it’s visible.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Cross Gate often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Common roof problems in Cross Gate
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Homes near green spaces such as Parham Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Cross Gate questions
Is my home in Cross Gate listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Cross Gate?
Yes, Cross Gate is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What access do you need for a block roof survey?
We may do. If the loft space or a flat roof is reached through a flat, we need access to it so please give residents notice.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes. We inspect the parts we’re given access to, as far as they can be seen safely. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.
How long will you be on site?
It usually takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Landlord roof surveys in Cross Gate: local notes
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. About 1.1 miles east lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Cross Gate has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Amberley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Cross Gate is about 7 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Cross Gate for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Cross Gate is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for landlord roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in BN18 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Cross Gate: Rackham (1 mile east), Amberley (1 mile south-west), Bury (2 miles west), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-west) and Watersfield (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Cross Gate
We work in homes and buildings around Parham Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Amberley station, roughly 1.5 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Amberley Museum (1.4 miles south-west) and Amberley Castle (1 mile west). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Cross Gate
Landlords and agents in Cross Gate book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Leave it or get it looked at?
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without a survey, it’s one opinion against another. For older village homes like those around Cross Gate, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.