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Hickstead Landlord Roof Survey
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Hickstead and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Landlord roof survey in Hickstead: what you get
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey blocks of flats, rented houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and damaged pots and flaunching.
Village roofs often 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Hickstead (RH17, BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- File each roof report for future reference
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Ask residents to report damp right away
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. A survey looks at the roof itself. For older village homes like those around Hickstead, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hickstead
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Places near Hickstead
What else we do in Hickstead
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Hickstead questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hickstead?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a 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.
Can a landlord with a rental near Burgess Hill station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. It does not include repair cost estimates, but contractors can price from it.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you work in Hickstead?
Yes, we do. Hickstead is part of the area we cover.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Hickstead
Historic houses such as Ockenden Manor, about 3.4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Hickstead goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Peter are often 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. If you look after a building such as Twineham CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Burgess Hill station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Hickstead is about 3 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. In Hickstead, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in RH17 and BN6 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Hickstead, we cover Goddards Green (1 mile east), Sayers Common (1 mile south), Abbotsford (2 miles east), Ansty (2 miles north-east) and Hurstpierpoint (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (9 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (3 miles east) and East Grinstead (14 miles north-east).
Around Hickstead
In Hickstead, that means homes and buildings near St Paul's Catholic College. For rail, the closest station is Burgess Hill station, about 3.1 miles east. A little further out are The Dene Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Wolstonbury Hill and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Hickstead
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere as small as Hickstead, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.