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Pre-purchase roof survey in Rowfant, West Sussex
Independent pre-purchase roof surveys in Rowfant. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
Questions from Rowfant
Is Rowfant within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rowfant?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photos.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Rowfant
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. Standard adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Pick the one that fits the property. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. We are frequently asked to look into blistered or split felt on a flat roof and chimney mortar that has eroded, on gutters and downpipes, clay and concrete tiles and flat-roofed extensions and dormers.
In a village or hamlet like Rowfant, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Rowfant (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Flat roofs
Standing water, blisters, splits and tired upstands all point to wear. Blocked outlets are checked as well.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the gaps at chimneys, walls and abutments. We check whether they’ve lifted, split or been replaced with mortar or bitumen.
What a pre-purchase roof survey doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Rowfant
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. In a hamlet or village like Rowfant, a postcode does not 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 let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller, including the loft.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it’s safe.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Towns and villages near Rowfant
What else we do in Rowfant
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Rowfant?
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, particularly when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
Landlords with a home close to Three Bridges station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Rowfant: local notes
The flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport comes within about 2 miles of Rowfant. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first. Historic houses such as Gravetye Manor, about 2.7 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Rowfant goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Parish Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Rowfant is about 4 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Rowfant, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Rowfant is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys.
All of RH10 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you’re just outside Rowfant, we cover Copthorne (2 miles north-west), Worth (2 miles west), Pound Hill (2 miles west), Maidenbower (2 miles south-west) and Keeper's Corner (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Crawley (4 miles west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles east) and Broadfield (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Rowfant
The closest station to Rowfant is Three Bridges station, roughly 2.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include County Mall (3.6 miles west) and Langley Green Hospital (4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
Why act early in Rowfant
A slow leak can go unnoticed for months. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Spotting it before you buy means you know about it from day one. For an older or listed building in a place like Rowfant, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why book us in Rowfant
- PI and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.