West Sussex · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Dial Post
Know where you stand with the let or shared roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Dial Post.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
About our landlord roof survey in Dial Post
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We don’t give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. We survey converted houses, rented houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are choked outlets and gutters and chimney stacks in poor repair.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Dial Post (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
Nearby places to Dial Post
What else we do in Dial Post
Landlord roof surveys around Dial Post
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
Around Dial Post, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. For properties in and around Dial Post, we look at what can be seen safely and explain what we find.
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Dial Post is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across West Sussex, we cover Dial Post. Brighton is in our area too.
We survey roofs across RH13 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Dial Post, we cover Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Dial Post
For a walk, there is Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
FAQs for Dial Post
Is Dial Post within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Dial Post?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you need access to all the flats?
Sometimes, yes. If the roof space or a flat roof is reached through a flat, we need access to it so please give residents notice.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Dial Post often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can safely be seen, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Dial Post
Landlords, agents and building managers in Dial Post and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Why it is worth a survey now in Dial Post
A planned maintenance budget needs real information. Our report separates urgent items from those that can wait, so spending can be spread sensibly. In a place like Dial Post, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- PI and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.