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Pre-purchase roof survey in Itchingfield, West Sussex
Need a pre-purchase roof survey in Itchingfield? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Itchingfield
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. At that point you can still ask questions, because nothing is binding yet. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when the chain is moving fast. The report comes within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If you are worried about bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs and worn or lifted lead flashings, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Itchingfield, 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, 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.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Itchingfield (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Mention any deadline when you contact us
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each defect is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Keep an eye on chimneys and flashings in your new home. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. Binoculars from ground level are enough for a first look.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
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The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Somewhere as small as Itchingfield, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Many leaks start at a flashing, so we check each one closely. Any that need attention are photographed and explained.
Gutters and parapets
Gutters, downpipes and outlets carry water away from walls. Leaking joints, sagging lengths and blockages are all noted, along with fascias and soffits.
Itchingfield: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Itchingfield?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Itchingfield within the area you cover?
Yes, Itchingfield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
When will the report arrive?
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.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It’s your choice, but the two do different jobs. A RICS home survey covers the whole building, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Itchingfield
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Itchingfield. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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, which helps with budgets and planning.
Buying a home or a new roof in Itchingfield
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Landlords with a home close to Christs Hospital station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Nicolas, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Itchingfield is about 4 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Itchingfield and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Surveys in RH13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Bashurst Hill, Five Oaks Road and Bashurst Copse or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Barns Green (1 mile south), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles north-east), Brooks Green (2 miles south), Tower Hill (2 miles east) and Southwater (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (10 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles east), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east) and Storrington (9 miles south).
What’s near Itchingfield
We work in homes and buildings around Tanbridge House School, among other places. The closest station to Itchingfield is Christs Hospital station, roughly 1.5 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Christs Hospital School Museum (1.6 miles east) and Horsham Hospital (3.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Itchingfield includes Warnham LNR.