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Pre-purchase roof survey in Maidenbower, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Maidenbower, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Old water stains in the roof space
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes an hour or two at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Being in a smaller place like Maidenbower doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We agree a time and how we will get in, including the loft.
- The roof is inspected from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Pre-purchase roof survey in Maidenbower
Older homes frequently have roofs that have been patched over the years. Corroded nails let slates slide, valley linings wear thin and chimney mortar erodes. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. We look closely and record what we see, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so it is clear what it means for your purchase. Typical surveys look at a ridge or slope that dips and damp timbers or stains in the loft, across flat-roofed extensions and dormers, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space.
In a smaller place like Maidenbower, some houses face open ground, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather normally shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are looked at closely. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Maidenbower (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Maidenbower
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. With Gravetye Manor about 4.1 miles east, Maidenbower sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you own a rental within reach of Three Bridges station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Nicholas' Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Maidenbower is about 2 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Maidenbower. Maidenbower is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: RH10. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Holder Road, Palmer Road and Casher Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Maidenbower include Worth (1 mile north), Three Bridges (1 mile north-west), Tilgate (1 mile west), Pound Hill (1 mile north) and Crawley (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles west) and Billingshurst (14 miles south-west).
Near you in Maidenbower
In Maidenbower, that means homes and buildings near Oriel High School, Tilgate Park and The Charcoal Burner pub and the streets around them. Maidenbower’s nearest station is Three Bridges station, about 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Crawley Museum (2 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (2.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Maidenbower
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
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What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Book once your offer is accepted
If the report shows work is needed, you can raise it with the seller or agent. Some buyers ask for repairs before completion, others ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller, and we can’t promise any result.
After strong winds, look at the roof from ground level. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.
FAQs for Maidenbower
Do you cover smaller places like Maidenbower?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Maidenbower?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Maidenbower is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and the rest of the survey doesn’t depend on the drone.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed with photos included.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That gives you time to use the findings.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it is not a RICS home survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They wear slowly, but surfaces erode and edges crack, and low-pitched roofs need their laps to be right.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many leaks start at a flashing, so they get close attention in a pre-purchase survey. We photograph any that need work.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Small roof defects let water in slowly. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Finding the cause at the survey stage means you know about it from day one. Homes in smaller places like Maidenbower can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Maidenbower
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos