West Sussex · London and the South East
Dial Post Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Dial Post, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Old water stains in the roof space
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
What we are asked to look at in Dial Post
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Old water stains in the roof space
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
Wherever the property is around Dial Post, the approach is the same: a careful look and a clear explanation.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Dial Post
Our packages start with the Basic Survey from £150, while Standard starts from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. Standard adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Choose the level that suits the home you’re buying. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. We’re often asked to look into lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney and chimney mortar that has eroded, on flat-roofed extensions and dormers, lead flashings and valleys and clay and concrete tiles.
For a small place like Dial Post, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Dial Post (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Dial Post
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.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Questions from Dial Post
Is my home in Dial Post listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover smaller places like Dial Post?
Yes, Dial Post is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Dial Post
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Around Dial Post, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Dial Post and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH13 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Whether your property is on The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Dial Post
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How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a hamlet or village like Dial Post, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- Once your offer is accepted, you tell us the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed ahead of time.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from ground level and from vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations before you exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Mention any deadline when you contact us
After you move in, keep the report somewhere safe. Work through the urgent items before anything else, and use the photos as a record of how the roof looked when you bought. The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up to see how things have changed.
Once you’ve moved in, keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have dropped. Blocked gutters cause much of the damp we see. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.