West Sussex · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Durfold Wood
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Durfold Wood, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Durfold Wood
Some roofs can’t be seen well from ground level or from windows. Our Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone inspection, along with a same-day report. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we will say so and look from the ground, windows and the loft instead. If you’ve noticed a ridge or slope that dips and flashings that have lifted or split, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Durfold Wood may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies, 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 you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Durfold Wood (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Durfold Wood
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
What a pre-purchase roof survey does not cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report. As for time on site, it usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Durfold Wood needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Durfold Wood, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Local roofs and buyers in Durfold Wood
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Landlords with a home close to Witley station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Durfold Wood is about 11 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Durfold Wood for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Here we cover the RH14 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Local streets include Dunsfold Road and Durfold Wood, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Plaistow (1 mile south-east), Ifold (2 miles south-east), Alfold Bars (3 miles east), Loxwood (3 miles east) and Alfold (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (11 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south-east), Billingshurst (7 miles south-east), Bewbush (15 miles east), Roffey (12 miles east) and Southwater (11 miles east).
What’s near Durfold Wood
For rail, the closest station is Witley station, about 4.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (5.8 miles west). Not far away are Shillinglee Lake and Hydon's Ball.
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How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
FAQs for Durfold Wood
Is Durfold Wood within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Durfold Wood listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How long does the survey visit take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. 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, which helps when we look at the roof.
What happens if roof problems are left?
When a chain is moving fast, a roof survey can feel like one more delay. We visit on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, so it can fit around a tight timetable. Older cottages and farmhouses around Durfold Wood can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Durfold Wood
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
See our cost guide and two real surveys.