West Sussex · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Wivelsfield Green, West Sussex
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat around Wivelsfield Green, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wivelsfield Green
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Wivelsfield Green
Buyers in Wivelsfield Green and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. From terraced and semi-detached homes to detached houses and flats, the roof gets the same careful look. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey lead flashings and valleys, chimney stacks and gutters and downpipes, and people most often book us about gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and gutters that overflow or drip at the joints.
Being in a small place like Wivelsfield Green makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Wivelsfield Green (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Wivelsfield Green
Is Wivelsfield Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Wivelsfield Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Wivelsfield Green listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email with photos included.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the inspection is done from ground level, from windows and from the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where applicable.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Where we can, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If access isn’t possible, we note it in the report.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a dedicated roof survey, with a written report and photos. It doesn’t cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
They do different things. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Share the report with your solicitor
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
If you want quotes for the work, roofers can work from the report. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up, wetting timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents so air can move.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or cracked lead lets water straight into the roof, and lead is also a target for theft.
Gutters and parapets
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a central valley gutter. If the home you’re buying has one, that gutter and its outlet get a careful look.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Wivelsfield Green: local notes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Ockenden Manor lies about 4.3 miles north-west, so building around Wivelsfield Green goes back a long way. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. For landlords with property near Wivelsfield station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Ote Hall Chapel, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Wivelsfield Green is about 2 miles east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Wivelsfield Green is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of RH17 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Downsview Drive, Allwood Crescent and Farncombe Close. We also cover the places around Wivelsfield Green: Wivelsfield (1 mile west), Ditchling Common (2 miles south-west), Plumpton Green (2 miles south), Scaynes Hill (2 miles north) and North Chailey (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (11 miles north-west), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles north-west), East Grinstead (12 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west) and Lancing (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Wivelsfield Green
Around Wivelsfield Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Cock Inn. Wivelsfield Green’s nearest station is Wivelsfield station, about 2.1 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Burgess Hill Museum (2.5 miles west) and Clayton Castle (4.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Wivelsfield Green includes Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
Towns and villages near Wivelsfield Green
Other services in Wivelsfield Green
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Cottages and farmhouses around Wivelsfield Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.