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Landlord roof survey in Rowhook, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Rowhook, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
How a landlord roof survey works in Rowhook
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition, written up so you can plan. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. The report covers defects, photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. If you are worried about blocked gutters over flats and leaking joints at party walls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on rented houses, converted houses and flat roofs on blocks alike.
Some older homes in villages like Rowhook are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Rowhook (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area and you’ll need to arrange it.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Parapet walls often hide gutters behind them. They’re checked where safe access allows.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. Older and listed buildings around Rowhook may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- A written report with photographs
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlord roof surveys in Rowhook: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Homes near green spaces like Farlington Strood Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Landlords with a home close to Warnham station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Rowhook is about 4 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Rowhook is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes Rowhook. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Landlord roof surveys in RH12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Warnham (2 miles east), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles south-east), Itchingfield (3 miles south), Tower Hill (4 miles south-east) and Holbrook (4 miles east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (9 miles east), Haywards Heath (15 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (15 miles south-east), Broadfield (8 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south) and Billingshurst (6 miles south-west).
What’s near Rowhook
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Chequers Inn Public House and Farlington Strood Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Warnham station, about 3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Horsham Hospital (3.7 miles south-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Rowhook include Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
Common questions in Rowhook
Can a landlord with a rental near Warnham station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Rowhook is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The report follows by email.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
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.
How we price landlord roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Rowhook?
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. They all age at different rates and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaks into upper flats
If you look after a building like Farlington School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Rowhook needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.