West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof surveys in RH20
Roof surveys, leak investigations and drone surveys across RH20, from Storrington, West Chiltington Common and Pulborough. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Towns and villages in RH20
- Storrington
- West Chiltington Common
- Pulborough
- Ashington
- Fittleworth
- West Chiltington
- Abingworth
- Heath Common
- Coldwaltham
- Washington
- Rock
- Bury
- Watersfield
- Cootham
- Codmore Hill
- Marehill
- Thakeham
- Bedham
- Goose Green
- North Heath
- Nutbourne
- Broomershill
- Coates
- Gay Street
- Hardham
- Lower Horncroft
- Pickhurst
- Rackham
- Sullington
- Sutton
- Warminghurst
- Wiggonholt
- West Burton
- Horsham
Our services across RH20
- Roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Storm damage roof report
- Chimney survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Drone roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- New roof snagging
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- All services
Send the address and what’s prompted the survey and we’ll confirm the price: phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Neighbouring districts
Across West Sussex
Every town in West Sussex
Areas we cover
How a roof survey works in RH20
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a close look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Typical surveys look at slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, across natural slate, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles.
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
What affects the price in RH20
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why customers in RH20 book us
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- 20+ years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
What’s near Storrington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Parham Park and The Moon pub, among other places. Also close by are Rydon Community College (0.6 miles east) and Storrington Primary School (within half a mile west). The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 3.9 miles north-west. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (under half a mile south) and Amberley Castle (4.1 miles west). For a walk, there is Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Homes and roofs across RH20
Across RH20, lots of older houses still have chimney stacks, used or not, and the lead and mortar around them need watching. Gutters, valleys and fixings come next.
Our area takes in slate-roofed London terraces, clay-tiled Weald houses, Essex weatherboarding and post-war new towns. RH20 is part of that mix.
Storrington: Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Storrington Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Landlord and commercial surveys in RH20
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.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we’re asked to look at in RH20
Not every roof problem comes from outside. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A small roof defect normally gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller.
Before you book any surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What insurance they carry
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
RH20: your questions answered
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Is RH20 in your area?
Yes, we do. RH20 is part of the area we cover.
How long does the visit take?
Allow roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.