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Sayers Common Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Sayers Common and across West Sussex.
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
Pre-purchase roof survey in Sayers Common
Buyers in Sayers Common and right across London and the South East use our pre-purchase roof survey. From terraced and semi-detached homes to detached houses and flats, we follow the same careful process. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us. If you are worried about sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and slates or tiles that have slipped or gone, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, gutters and downpipes and flat-roofed extensions and dormers alike.
For a small place like Sayers Common, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Sayers Common (BN6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Sayers Common
With Ockenden Manor about 4.6 miles north-east, Sayers Common sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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.
If you live in an older home near Christ Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Sayers Common is about 3 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Sayers Common and nearby. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in BN6 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Goldcrest Drive, Dunlop Close and Reed's Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Hickstead (1 mile north), Hurstpierpoint (1 mile south-east), Goddards Green (2 miles north-east), Hurst Wickham (2 miles south-east) and Jacob's Post (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (11 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (6 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (3 miles east) and East Grinstead (15 miles north-east).
Near you in Sayers Common
We work in homes and buildings around St Paul's Catholic College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Clayton Castle (3.6 miles south-east) and The Dene Hospital (1.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Sayers Common include Wolstonbury Hill and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Sayers Common, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- We arrange access with 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.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Sayers Common
A chimney stack stands out in the wind and rain. Mortar erodes, the flaunching around the pots cracks and the flashings work loose. On terraced and semi-detached homes, a stack may be shared with next door, which matters if work is needed.
Look out for signs like these:
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
Landlords with a home close to Hassocks station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Let us know your exchange date when you book
We email the report to you, with photos of each finding. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in a roof space can look like a leak and can damage timbers over time. Avoid packing insulation into the eaves so tightly that air cannot flow.
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What affects the price in Sayers Common
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Why get it checked now?
The lender’s valuation is done for the lender, not for you. It looks at whether the property is suitable security for the loan, and it won’t look closely at the roof. Our survey is done for you, and the report is written for you to use. Outbuildings and barns around Sayers Common are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sayers Common
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What a pre-purchase roof survey doesn’t cover
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Sayers Common
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
Questions from Sayers Common
Will you come out to Sayers Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sayers Common?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Where possible, yes. We look in the loft space where there is safe access, and upstairs windows give useful views. Access is normally arranged through the agent or seller.
Do you go up on the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
On site, it normally takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. It’s a dedicated roof survey, with a written report and photographs. It doesn’t cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.