West Sussex · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Cootham
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Cootham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Cootham
A Basic Survey starts from £150, while Standard starts from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT. Standard adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and an in-person consultation. Choose the level that suits the home you are buying. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. Typical surveys look at flashings that have lifted or split and a ridge or slope that dips, on flat-roofed extensions and dormers, gutters and downpipes and lead flashings and valleys.
Somewhere as small as Cootham, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Cootham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Mention any deadline when you get in touch
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
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 strong winds, look at the roof from the ground. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Dealing with them early keeps water out.
Also near Cootham
Other services in Cootham
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Cootham
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Parham House about 1.1 miles west, Cootham sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Cootham is about 7 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Cootham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Across West Sussex, we cover Cootham. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of RH20 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Warren Croft, Pulborough Road and The Crescent. Close by, we survey roofs in Storrington (1 mile east), Wiggonholt (2 miles north-west), Sullington (2 miles south-east), West Chiltington Common (2 miles north) and Abingworth (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south).
Local landmarks in Cootham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rydon Community College, Parham Park and The Crown Inn, among other places. The closest station to Cootham is Pulborough station, roughly 3.3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (1 mile east) and Amberley Castle (3.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Cootham
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Cootham: your questions answered
Will you come out to Cootham?
Yes. Cootham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you cover Cootham?
Yes, Cootham is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That gives you time to use the findings, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email with photos included.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Cootham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- Once your offer is accepted, you tell us the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the roof space is agreed ahead of time.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.