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Roof surveys in BN5
We cover every part of the BN5 postcode district, which takes in Henfield, Small Dole and Blackstone. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, and prices start from £150, including VAT.
Towns and villages in BN5
Surveys we offer in BN5
- Roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Roof leak investigation
- Gutter survey
- Flat roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Drone roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Chimney survey
- Every service
Share the property address and any deadline you’re working to and we’ll suggest the right survey: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Our roof survey service in BN5
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a proper look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and lead flashings, and people most often book us about gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. As for time on site, it normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Prices in BN5
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why clients in BN5 book us
- Photos and a written report every time
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Prices that include VAT
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landmarks near Henfield
In Henfield, that means homes and buildings near St Peter's Church, The Bell Inn and St Peter's CofE Primary School. Nearby you’ll also find The Dene Hospital (5.4 miles north-east) and Steyning Museum (3.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Woods Mill and Truleigh Hill.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across BN5
From Henfield, Small Dole and Blackstone to its smaller places, buildings across BN5 have roofs of every age. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are normally where the work is.
We survey roofs across London and South East England, and BN5 is part of that. Housing here runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to post-war new towns and modern estates. Parts of BN5 are on or near the coast, where roofs face more wind and more salt in the air than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Henfield: For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like St Peter's CofE Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What affects the price in BN5
We confirm the exact price before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Useful tips for BN5 property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
File the report with your other home documents. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Why roofs fail
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot.
Common reasons to book include:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
FAQs for BN5
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How do I book a survey in BN5?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Do you cover BN5 for roof surveys?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, BN5 included.