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Domewood Landlord Roof Survey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? You can book a landlord roof survey in Domewood and across West Sussex.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Local roofs in Domewood
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Saint Hill Manor, about 3.5 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Domewood. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of East Grinstead station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Domewood is about 3 miles west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Bookings from Domewood are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across West Sussex, we cover Domewood and the places around it.
Surveys in RH10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Herons Lea, Herons Close and Snow Hill. We also cover the places around Domewood: Snow Hill (1 mile south-west), Furnace Wood (1 mile south-east), Felbridge (1 mile east), Crawley Down (1 mile south) and Newchapel (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (5 miles south-west), Horsham (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (13 miles south), East Grinstead (3 miles east) and Broadfield (6 miles south-west).
Around Domewood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Curious Pig in the Parlour pub and the streets around them. Domewood’s nearest station is East Grinstead station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Queen Victoria Hospital (3.6 miles east) and Effingham Park Motor Museum (0.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
Landlord roof survey in Domewood
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen including the loft and flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos, so everyone works from the same facts. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. If you are worried about loose ridge or hip tiles and ponding or splits on flat roofs, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Domewood, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently 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 frequently need the most attention.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Domewood (RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Domewood
What else we do in Domewood
Common roof problems in Domewood
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Take a building like Imberhorne School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Responsibility under a lease
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak in a block rarely stays in one place. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. Older cottages and farmhouses around Domewood can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
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.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets often clog, and standing water follows. We check them as part of the survey.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. They’re an important part of the survey.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the let or shared roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around Domewood frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Domewood
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Domewood, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Questions from Domewood
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Domewood?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near East Grinstead station?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. It doesn’t include repair cost estimates but it gives contractors a clear brief.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you cover Domewood?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Domewood.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we are allowed to be, and the report says so.