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Roof survey in Binsted, West Sussex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Binsted, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof survey in Binsted
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. If you are worried about cracked mortar along the ridge and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Binsted, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Binsted (BN18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Binsted
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Binsted, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Binsted, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. Upstands and outlets are checked too, since leaks often start there.
Roof surveys in Binsted: local notes
Binsted is within about 4 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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.
For landlords with property near Ford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you look after a building such as Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Binsted is about 4 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Binsted is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Binsted is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
All of BN18 is covered for roof surveys. If you are just outside Binsted, we cover Avisford (1 mile west), Walberton (1 mile west), Slindon Common (1 mile north-west), Slindon (2 miles north-west) and West Barnham (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Worthing (9 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Binsted
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Philip Howard Catholic High School, among other places. The closest station to Binsted is Ford station, about 1.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Arundel Castle (2.4 miles east) and Arundel and District Hospital (1.9 miles east). For a walk, there is WWT Arundel and Bignor Hill.
Towns and villages near Binsted
What else we do in Binsted
Common roof problems in Binsted
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, particularly near trees.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Why act early in Binsted
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We look at them before they cause trouble. In a place like Binsted, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- File the report with your home documents
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Common questions in Binsted
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Binsted?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Binsted, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Binsted is within about 4 miles of the coast.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.