West Sussex · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Ellen's Green
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Ellen's Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
Questions from Ellen's Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ellen's Green?
Yes, Ellen's Green is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ellen's Green?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That gives you time to use the findings, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It works alongside a home survey.
Will you need to get into the loft?
If it can be arranged, yes. From the roof space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If we can’t get in, the report says so.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Ellen's Green
Buying a flat brings its own roof questions. Depending on the lease, roof repairs may fall to the building owner or a management company. We look at as much of the roof as access safely allows, and the report helps you ask your solicitor or the managing agent the right questions. If the building has a flat roof, we look at that too where access allows. We are often asked to look into ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem, across natural slate, gutters and downpipes and the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Ellen's Green are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Ellen's Green (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ellen's Green
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 around your tenants.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Ellen's Green. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Ellen's Green: local notes
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Whatever the street in Ellen's Green, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Ellen's Green is about 5 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Surveys in Ellen's Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in RH12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Walliswood (2 miles north-east), Mayes Green (2 miles north), Ewhurst Green (3 miles north), Ewhurst (3 miles north) and Cranleigh (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles east), Horsham (5 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south) and Bewbush (9 miles east).
What’s near Ellen's Green
Ellen's Green’s nearest station is Warnham station, roughly 4 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (4.8 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Ellen's Green, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Ellen's Green, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Ellen's Green
Flat roofs turn up on extensions, dormers, porches and garages. 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, especially when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
If you own a rental within reach of Warnham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will the report include photos?
- How soon the report will arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
With the findings in hand, you can talk to the seller or their agent. You might ask for the work to be done before completion, or ask to adjust the price. What happens next is your decision and the seller’s.
Check the roof from the garden and the street after a storm. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Dealing with them early keeps water out.