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Landlord roof survey in Little London, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you decide what to do next. Landlord roof surveys in Little London, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaking joints at party walls
About our landlord roof survey in Little London
A landlord roof survey shows you the state of a roof in a report you can plan around. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with RTM and residents’ management companies. The report covers defects, photographs and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. We’re often asked to look into ponding or splits on flat roofs and gutters overflowing onto walls, on gutters and downpipes, blocks of flats and converted houses.
In a village or hamlet like Little London, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we can’t see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Little London (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Little London homes and their roofs
About 1.8 miles north-east lies Priest House, a reminder of how long the area around Little London has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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.
For landlords with property near Balcombe station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you look after a building such as St Peter's CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark like St Peter's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Little London is about 4 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Roofs in Little London get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Here we cover the RH17 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Ardingly (1 mile south), Highbrook (1 mile east), West Hoathly (2 miles north-east), Sharpthorne (2 miles north-east) and Selsfield Common (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (6 miles north-west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (4 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Little London
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Gardeners Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Balcombe station, roughly 2.3 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Princess Royal Hospital (4.6 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (2.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Tilgate Lake and Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
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Questions from Little London
Is Little London within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
I let a flat near Balcombe station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Little London?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Useful tips for Little London property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Make sure the roof space can be accessed
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
What affects the price in Little London
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- The roof’s overall size
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
On terraces, walls rise between neighbouring roofs. Their flashings and pointing can let water in.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Little London
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Why get it checked now?
Finding a roof defect early typically means a smaller, planned job. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. In a small place like Little London, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Little London
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Photos and a written report every time
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In a small place like Little London, access is usually 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.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.