West Sussex · London and the South East
Tilgate Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Tilgate. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
Landlord roof survey in Tilgate: what you get
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Tilgate and the rest of London and the South East. A visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe including by drone where applicable. A written report with photos follows. Typical surveys look at slipped or missing slates and tiles and parapets and upstands in poor repair, across gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Tilgate drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. It’s the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Tilgate (RH10, RH11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Tilgate
More services for Tilgate
Local roofs in Tilgate
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Tyes Place, about 4.6 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Tilgate. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you run a business near County Mall, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Homes near green spaces like Tilgate Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Tilgate is about 1 mile south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Tilgate is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex.
Landlord roof surveys in RH10 and RH11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on York Road, Nash Road and Cook Road. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Southgate (1 mile west), Crawley (1 mile north-west), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east), Maidenbower (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles west).
Near you in Tilgate
In Tilgate, that means homes and buildings near Thomas Bennett Community College, The Grasshopper pub and Tilgate Park. The nearest railway station is Crawley station, about 0.6 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include County Mall (0.7 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). The countryside around Tilgate includes Tilgate Lake.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. Around Tilgate, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tilgate
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Tilgate
On a shared roof, it is not always clear who should act. Everyone may think someone else is responsible, so maintenance gets put off. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
If you let a flat or house near Crawley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Tilgate. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Tilgate
Do you cover smaller places like Tilgate?
Yes. Tilgate is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
I let a flat near Crawley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Homes around Tilgate often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.