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Landlord Roof Survey in Ellen's Green
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Ellen's Green and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Missing or loose roof coverings
About our landlord roof survey in Ellen's Green
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. We are often asked to look into loose ridge or hip tiles and blocked gutters over flats, across shared roofs, rented houses and converted houses.
Some older homes in villages like Ellen's Green are 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Ellen's Green (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Ellen's Green?
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause from what’s visible.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
Around Ellen's Green, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Questions from Ellen's Green
How do I find out if my home in Ellen's Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Ellen's Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How long does a landlord roof survey take?
A visit typically takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
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The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a small place like Ellen's Green, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Landlord roof surveys in Ellen's Green: local notes
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Landlords with a home close to Warnham station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Ellen's Green is about 5 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Ellen's Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: RH12. Close by, we survey roofs in Walliswood (2 miles north-east), Mayes Green (2 miles north), Ewhurst Green (3 miles north), Ewhurst (3 miles north) and Cranleigh (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (10 miles east), Horsham (5 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south) and Bewbush (9 miles east).
Near you in Ellen's Green
The nearest railway station is Warnham station, roughly 4 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Horsham Hospital (4.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
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 look at the roof.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Chimney stacks are often shared between houses or flats. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs often last around 15–20 years, so their age matters.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- File each roof report for future reference
The report comes with photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is emailed to you so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.