West Sussex · London and the South East
Wiston Landlord Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Wiston, with photos and a written report.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Wiston?
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved, as far as can be seen.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Flashings that have come away
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
- When you’ll get the report
- What experience they bring
How a landlord roof survey works in Wiston
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey shared roofs, rented houses and converted houses, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaking joints at party walls and missing or loose roof coverings.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Wiston (BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos. On timing, most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Wiston can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wiston
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof by roof
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. We record what we see.
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We note what we can see.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Act on urgent items in the report first, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults usually get worse.
Local roofs in Wiston
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Around Wiston, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Wiston is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Wiston is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Our West Sussex coverage includes Wiston. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
We work across BN44 for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Hole Street, Water Lane and Spithandle Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Wiston: Ashington (1 mile north-west), Ashurst (2 miles north-east), Dial Post (3 miles north), Partridge Green (4 miles north-east) and Broomer's Corner (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles south-east).
Near you in Wiston
Well-known places in the area include Steyning Museum (2.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
Nearby places to Wiston
Also in Wiston
FAQs for Wiston
Will you come out to Wiston?
Yes, Wiston is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wiston?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will recommend the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.