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Pre-purchase roof survey in Worth, West Sussex
Pre-purchase roof surveys across Worth, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs
Standing water, blisters, splits and tired upstands all point to wear. We check outlets too, since a blocked one leaves water sitting on the roof.
Natural slate
Slate is common on Victorian and Edwardian houses. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, plus the metal clips that show earlier patching.
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Worth
Buyers in Worth and right across London and the South East use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. 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 book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Common reasons to book are quick fixes on flashings and valleys and gaps where slates or tiles have come loose, on the roof space, gutters and downpipes and lead flashings and valleys.
Around Worth, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you are buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Worth (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Worth: local notes
Gravetye Manor, about 4.2 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Worth. 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. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If you own a rental within reach of Three Bridges station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. Take an older house close to St Nicholas' Church: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Worth is about 2 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Roofs in Worth get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Worth is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys.
Surveys in RH10 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Worth Road, Banks Road and Saxon Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Pound Hill (1 mile north), Maidenbower (1 mile south), Three Bridges (1 mile north-west), Tilgate (1 mile south-west) and Forge Wood (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles south-west) and Billingshurst (15 miles south-west).
Near you in Worth
Around Worth, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Oriel High School, Worth Park Gardens and Dem Shish pub. For rail, the closest station is Three Bridges station, about 0.7 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Crawley Hospital (2.2 miles west) and County Mall (1.6 miles west). For a walk, there’s Tilgate Lake.
Worth: your questions answered
Are flat-roofed garages and porches in Worth worth including?
Yes, if you’d like it included, mention it when booking. On buildings from before 2000, cement sheet roofs may contain asbestos and should be checked by a specialist asbestos surveyor before anyone disturbs them.
Do you cover smaller places like Worth?
Yes, Worth is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I book a survey in Worth?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Where we can, yes. From the loft space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If access is not possible, we note it in the report.
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.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That way you can still act on what we find, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The property’s address and postcode
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Worth
Lots of buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. The report shows what needs doing first, so you can plan work before small faults get bigger. Blocked gutters on homes around Worth overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. In a smaller place like Worth, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- We inspect the roof from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.