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Roof Survey in Broadwater
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Broadwater, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
What we cannot see
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof survey in Broadwater
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Each defect is described with photographs and a recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Common reasons to book are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, on the roof space, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Broadwater drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Broadwater (BN14, BN11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it’s often been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. From inside the loft space, we can often spot it sooner. Homes in smaller places like Broadwater can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from Broadwater
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broadwater?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can a landlord with a rental near Worthing station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Do you work in Broadwater?
Yes. We carry out roof surveys in Broadwater.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- File the report with your home documents
- Let us know about past leaks
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Leave roof access to professionals
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. A visit to a smaller place like Broadwater is no different on the day: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
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 phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Broadwater
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Broadwater, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. The wider area around Broadwater has a long history of building, with Ecclesden Manor about 4.2 miles west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St. Mary's Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Broadwater CofE Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Homes near green spaces such as Beach House Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Broadwater is about 1 mile east of Worthing, in West Sussex. We carry out roof surveys in Broadwater for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Broadwater is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Roof surveys in BN14 and BN11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer roof surveys to properties on Forest Road, Turner Road and Langton Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Offington (1 mile north-west), Worthing (1 mile west), Salvington (1 mile north-west), East Worthing (1 mile south-east) and Sompting (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (14 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles east), Rustington (6 miles west) and Storrington (7 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Broadwater
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thomas A Becket First School, Bohunt School Worthing and Beach House Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Worthing station, roughly 0.7 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (0.9 miles west) and Old Castle (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Broadwater include Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Broadwater
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.