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Broadwater Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Broadwater and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- A ridge or slope that dips
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Broadwater
Broadwater is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
With Ecclesden Manor about 4.2 miles west, the area around Broadwater has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy. If you let a flat or house near Worthing station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Broadwater is about 1 mile east of Worthing, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Broadwater and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes Broadwater. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
All of BN14 and BN11 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Forest Road, Turner Road and Langton Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Broadwater include Offington (1 mile north-west), Worthing (1 mile west), Salvington (1 mile north-west), East Worthing (1 mile south-east) and Sompting (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (14 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles east), Rustington (6 miles west) and Storrington (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Broadwater
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thomas A Becket First School, Bohunt School Worthing and Beach House Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Worthing station, roughly 0.7 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Sussex Folklore (0.9 miles west) and Old Castle (0.8 miles west). For a walk, there is Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Broadwater
Older homes often have roofs that have been patched over the years. Corroded nails let slates slide, valley linings wear thin and chimney mortar erodes. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. Our survey picks it out, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so you know what it means for the house you are buying. We are often asked to look into sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing, across chimney stacks, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Broadwater, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Broadwater. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Broadwater (BN14, BN11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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FAQs for Broadwater
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broadwater?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Broadwater?
Frequently, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Broadwater is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email with photos included.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you work in Broadwater?
Yes. We survey roofs in Broadwater and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes, you can. You’ll have photos and a written description of each defect, which you can share with the seller or agent. We cannot promise how the seller will respond.
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Broadwater?
Rear extensions, dormers and garages frequently have flat roofs. Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. A buyer can easily miss them, particularly when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
If you live in an older home near St. Mary's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Why act early in Broadwater
Small roof defects let water in slowly. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Finding the cause at the survey stage means you know about it from day one. Arranging work in a smaller place like Broadwater is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Broadwater
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Roof by roof
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs.
Clay and concrete tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They wear slowly, but surfaces erode and edges crack, and low-pitched roofs need their laps to be right.
Useful tips for Broadwater property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Tell us your exchange date as you book
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the defects and where they are, so each quote covers the same ground.
After you move in, have leaves and moss cleared from gutters and valleys, especially after autumn. Overflowing water is behind a lot of damp. Use a gutter contractor rather than going up a ladder yourself.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Being in a smaller place like Broadwater does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
Prices start 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.
Advice
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Broadwater
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.