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Roof survey in Albourne, West Sussex
Roof surveys in Albourne from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
How a roof survey works in Albourne
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and natural slate, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and worn or blocked valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Albourne, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Albourne (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Albourne
Without a survey, you’re guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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Prices for roof surveys in Albourne
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
For a price for roof surveys in Albourne, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Albourne can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Albourne questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Hassocks station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Albourne?
Yes, Albourne is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the loft space.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Albourne?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
Roof surveys in Albourne: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Bartholomew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Albourne CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Landlords with a home close to Hassocks station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Albourne is about 4 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Albourne gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Albourne is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for roof surveys. Brighton is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: BN6. Close by, we survey roofs in Albourne Street (1 mile east), Albourne Green (1 mile north-east), High Cross (1 mile north-west), Blackstone (1 mile west) and Woodmancote (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles south).
Local landmarks in Albourne
For rail, the closest station is Hassocks station, about 2.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include The Dene Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.