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Landlord roof survey in Turners Hill, West Sussex
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Turners Hill and across West Sussex.
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Leaks into upper flats
Landlord roof survey in Turners Hill: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely, along with the roof space where there’s safe access. Common reasons to book are cracked or lifting flashings and loose ridge or hip tiles, across rented houses, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
In a small place like Turners Hill, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Turners Hill (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Terraced roofs have party-wall upstands between houses. Their flashings and pointing can let water in.
How we price landlord roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Turners Hill can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- A full structural assessment of the building
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Turners Hill
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. For an older or listed building in a place like Turners Hill, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Turners Hill: your questions answered
I let a flat near East Grinstead station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Turners Hill listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Turners Hill
The wider area around Turners Hill has a long history of building, with Gravetye Manor about 1.6 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Turners Hill CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you let a flat or house near East Grinstead station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Leonard, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Turners Hill is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We provide landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Turners Hill and nearby. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the RH10 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Church Road, East Street and Willow Ridge and the roads around them. Other places close to Turners Hill include Crawley Down (1 mile north), Snow Hill (2 miles north), Furnace Wood (3 miles north), Saint Hill Green (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (7 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (5 miles west).
Around Turners Hill
In Turners Hill, that means homes and buildings near The Crown Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is East Grinstead station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Effingham Park Motor Museum (2.6 miles north) and Waterbury Castle (5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Turners Hill include Hedgecourt Lake.