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Landlord roof survey in Poynings, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Poynings, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof survey in Poynings: what you get
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Poynings and the rest of London and the South East. A visit usually takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Everything is inspected as far as it can safely be seen, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a report with photos. We survey shared roofs, converted houses and gutters and downpipes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters overflowing onto walls and parapets and upstands in poor repair.
Some older homes in villages like Poynings 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Poynings (BN45)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Poynings
Poynings lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Portslade Manor, about 3.7 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Poynings. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to The Church of the Holy Trinity: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Hassocks station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Poynings is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Poynings and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small.
Here we cover the BN45 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on The Street and Cora's Walk or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Poynings: Fulking (1 mile south-west), Hangleton (3 miles south), Portslade (4 miles south), Castle Town (4 miles west) and Kingston by Sea (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Poynings
We work in homes and buildings around Royal Oak pub. Poynings’s nearest station is Hassocks station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.9 miles north-east) and Southlands Hospital (4.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Poynings include Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
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What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Responsibility under a lease
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
Practical tips
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- File each roof report for future reference
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
The report comes with photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We send it by email ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Act on urgent items in the report first and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults typically get worse.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets frequently clog, and standing water follows. They’re checked during the survey.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Why act early in Poynings
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. A survey gives you an independent view of the roof before you commission work, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Poynings
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- PI and public liability insurance
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Packages from £150, including VAT
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
FAQs for Poynings
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Poynings?
It can do. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Poynings is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is my home in Poynings listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. It doesn’t include repair cost estimates, but contractors can price from it.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Poynings?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Do you work in Poynings?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Poynings.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a hamlet or village like Poynings, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.