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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Bedham
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Bedham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bedham
Many older houses carry decades of roof repairs. Slates slip when their nails corrode, lead valleys and flashings wear, and chimney pointing crumbles. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. We look closely and record what we see, with photographs that show you exactly where. We explain each finding in plain English, so you know what it means for the house you are buying. If you’re worried about flashings that have lifted or split and bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and downpipes, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles alike.
Some older homes in villages like Bedham are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Where
- Bedham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A mortgage valuation isn’t a roof survey. It looks at whether the property is suitable security for the loan, not at the condition of each slate and flashing. Our survey is done for you, and the report is written for you to use. Older and listed buildings around Bedham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
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Bedham: your questions answered
Do you cover Bedham?
Yes, Bedham is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bedham?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Bedham?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller, so we can’t promise any saving.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Bedham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the roof space is agreed beforehand.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
We will typically ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Buying a home or a new roof in Bedham
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Historic houses such as Old Place Manor, about 2.2 miles east, show how far back building around Bedham goes. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. For landlords with property near Pulborough station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Bedham is about 6 miles south-west of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Bedham. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: RH20. Whether your property is on Bedham Lane, Upper Street and Stretch Hill or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Bedham: Fittleworth (1 mile south), Lower Horncroft (1 mile south), Coates (1 mile south-west), Pickhurst (2 miles east) and Hardham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Lancing (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Bedham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Swan Hotel, among other places. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 2.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Coates Castle (1.9 miles south-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.5 miles west). The countryside around Bedham includes The Mens and Bignor Hill.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Bedham
Most viewings never get near the roof. You walk round the rooms, but the roof stays out of sight, and a quick glance from the street misses a lot. Fresh decoration can also cover the marks an old leak left behind, so a closer look is worth having before you commit.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bedham
Landlords, agents and building managers in Bedham and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.