West Sussex · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in West Hoathly, West Sussex
We carry out landlord roof surveys in West Hoathly and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in West Hoathly
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Hoathly
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely and the loft where access is safe. If you’ve noticed blocked gutters over flats and parapets and upstands in poor repair, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as West Hoathly, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- West Hoathly (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in West Hoathly
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 phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Hoathly?
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.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, we survey shared roofs frequently. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we will say so.
Do you work in West Hoathly?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes West Hoathly.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
West Hoathly homes and their roofs
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Historic houses like Priest House, about 0.2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around West Hoathly goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Landlords with a home close to East Grinstead station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Take an older house close to St Margaret's Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
West Hoathly is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in West Hoathly and the rest of West Sussex. West Hoathly is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. Crawley is in our area too.
Surveys in RH19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Hilltop Road, Sandy Lane and North Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Sharpthorne (1 mile east), Selsfield Common (1 mile north-west), Highbrook (2 miles south), Little London (2 miles south-west) and Ardingly (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles west), Horsham (12 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south), Burgess Hill (9 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (7 miles west).
What’s near West Hoathly
In West Hoathly, that means homes and buildings near The Fox pub and the streets around them. The closest station to West Hoathly is East Grinstead station, roughly 3.7 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find East Grinstead Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and Waterbury Castle (2.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Hedgecourt Lake.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like West Hoathly, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Check we can get to the back of the property
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Nearby places to West Hoathly
What else we do in West Hoathly
What we’re asked to look at in West Hoathly
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years, particularly on taller buildings.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
If you look after a building like West Hoathly CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Are they insured for the work?