West Sussex · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Cocking Causeway
We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Cocking Causeway and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We look for lead that has lifted, split or been patched over.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often last half a century or longer. We check for slipped, cracked and missing tiles, and for mismatched replacements that point to past repairs.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Cocking Causeway: what you get
A roof report gives you something solid to take back to the seller or the agent. You can ask about the roof’s history, ask for repairs before completion or rethink the price. We can’t say how a seller will respond, but you will be negotiating from a clear picture rather than a hunch. It also helps you decide whether to go ahead at all. We are often asked to look into gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and a ridge or slope that dips, across chimney stacks, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles.
Somewhere as small as Cocking Causeway, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Cocking Causeway (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Cocking Causeway
Also in Cocking Causeway
Cocking Causeway homes and their roofs
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Cocking Causeway has a long history of building, with Cowdray House about 1.2 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Cocking Causeway is about 9 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Cocking Causeway is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
All of GU29 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Oaklands Lane and Well Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Cocking Causeway: West Lavington (1 mile north-east), Midhurst (1 mile north), Bepton Common (1 mile north-west), Heyshott Green (1 mile south-east) and Cocking (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (13 miles east).
What’s near Cocking Causeway
In Cocking Causeway, that means homes and buildings near St Margaret's Convent, The Royal Oak Public House and Midhurst Rother College, among other places. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (3.1 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (1.5 miles north). Open spaces near Cocking Causeway include Levin Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
Questions from Cocking Causeway
Do you carry out roof surveys in Cocking Causeway?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Cocking Causeway is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Cocking Causeway within the area you cover?
Yes, Cocking Causeway is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Tell us your exchange date and we will help you choose.
How long does the survey visit take?
The visit usually takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with 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 can’t promise how the seller will respond.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Ask the agent to check the loft hatch can be opened
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
With Standard, you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. If anything in the report is not clear, ask us.
Every so often, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving it means judging the roof from the street. That will not show slipped slates on the rear slope, a worn valley or cracked flaunching. A survey fills that gap before you commit, with photos of anything that needs attention. Older cottages and farmhouses around Cocking Causeway can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Cocking Causeway
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Cocking Causeway needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.