West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Alfold Bars
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Alfold Bars, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
How a roof survey works in Alfold Bars
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. If you’ve noticed ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and worn or blocked valleys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on natural slate, lead flashings and ridges, hips and valleys alike.
Older buildings in small places like Alfold Bars may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Alfold Bars (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
We will usually ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Roof surveys in Alfold Bars: local notes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you live near a park such as Fir Tree Copse, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. Take a building like Loxwood Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Alfold Bars is about 9 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Alfold Bars and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Alfold Bars is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for roof surveys. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across RH14 for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Pigbush Lane and Oakhurst Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Alfold (1 mile north), Loxwood (1 mile south), Ifold (2 miles south-west), Plaistow (2 miles south-west) and Durfold Wood (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (14 miles east), Horsham (9 miles east), Broadfield (14 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south-east) and Bewbush (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Alfold Bars
Around Alfold Bars, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Crown pub and Fir Tree Copse. Open spaces near Alfold Bars include Shillinglee Lake.
Towns and villages near Alfold Bars
Also in Alfold Bars
What happens if roof problems are left?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Around Alfold Bars, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Alfold Bars
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A written report with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Alfold Bars
Landlords, agents and building managers in Alfold Bars and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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, which helps when budgeting.
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a village or hamlet like Alfold Bars, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
File the report with your other home documents. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Questions from Alfold Bars
Is my home in Alfold Bars listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Alfold Bars?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How long does the visit take?
The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.