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Landlord roof survey in Shermanbury, West Sussex
Independent landlord roof surveys in Shermanbury. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Leaking joints at party walls
Landlord roof survey in Shermanbury
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. The loft space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. Your agent or you arrange access, and we confirm what we need when you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. We survey gutters and downpipes, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks into upper flats and damaged pots and flaunching.
Older buildings in small places like Shermanbury may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Shermanbury (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- A full structural assessment of the building
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
Towns and villages near Shermanbury
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What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. For a village or hamlet like Shermanbury, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- 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 checked 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 we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
The loft space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We check it where there is safe access, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets often clog, and standing water follows. We check them as part of the survey.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Useful tips for Shermanbury property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Check the loft space can be accessed
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, particularly on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
FAQs for Shermanbury
Is my home in Shermanbury listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Shermanbury in the area you cover?
Yes, Shermanbury is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Shermanbury as anywhere else.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. It does not include repair cost estimates but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible and we do not give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No. Our survey covers the roof, not the whole building. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Shermanbury
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. 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.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Giles, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Take a building like Jolesfield CofE Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Shermanbury is about 7 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Shermanbury and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Surveys in RH13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Knapp Drive, Brighton Road and Partridge Green Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Shermanbury, we cover Kent Street (2 miles north-east), Cowfold (2 miles north), Wineham (2 miles east), Henfield (2 miles south) and Blackstone (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (11 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (7 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Shermanbury
Around Shermanbury, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bull Inn, among other places. A little further out are The Dene Hospital (5.2 miles east). For a walk, there’s Knepp Wildland.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Shermanbury and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.