West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof surveys in BN44
We cover every part of the BN44 postcode district, which takes in Steyning, Upper Beeding and Bramber. You get a written report with photos after every survey, and prices start from £150, including VAT.
Places in BN44
Services in BN44
- Storm damage roof report
- Gutter survey
- Chimney survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Every service
Share the property address and any deadline you’re working to and we’ll confirm the price: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Neighbouring districts
Across West Sussex
Towns and villages in West Sussex
Areas we cover
How a roof survey works in BN44
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the loft space where there is safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We’re often asked to look into ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and flashings that have come away from the wall, on clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and the roof space.
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
What affects the price in BN44
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Around Steyning
Around Steyning, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Model Bakery The Norfolk Arms, Steyning Grammar School and Steyning CofE Primary School, among other places. Steyning’s nearest station is Lancing station, roughly 4.1 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Steyning Museum (less than half a mile north) and Southlands Hospital (4.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Steyning include Woods Mill and Chanctonbury Hill.
Homes and roofs across BN44
From Horsham, Steyning and Upper Beeding to its smaller places, buildings across BN44 have roofs of every age. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are normally where the work is.
Autumn and winter storms across the South East find any loose slate, tile or ridge. Ridges, verges and flashings in BN44 are where it typically shows. Parts of BN44 are coastal, so the weather on the day matters more for drone flights and roof access. A windy forecast can mean a change of date.
Steyning: Take a building like Steyning CofE Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Lancing station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Landlords, agents and block managers in BN44
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
Why get it checked now?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot.
Before booking any surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will the report include photos?
What we’re asked to look at in BN44
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
Common questions in BN44
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it’s safe. We also use views from ground level, windows and the roof space.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Do you work in BN44?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes BN44.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.