West Sussex · London and the South East
Bucks Green Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Bucks Green, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bucks Green
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
Some older homes in villages like Bucks Green are 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Bucks Green (RH12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Roof surveys around Bucks Green
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as St John the Baptist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Christs Hospital station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Bucks Green is about 6 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Bucks Green gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Bucks Green is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RH12. You will find streets such as Guildford Road and Loxwood Road. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Rudgwick (1 mile north-east), Tisman's Common (1 mile west), The Haven (2 miles south), Slinfold (3 miles south-east) and Five Oaks (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles east), Horsham (6 miles east), Broadfield (11 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south), Billingshurst (4 miles south) and Bewbush (10 miles east).
Near you in Bucks Green
Around Bucks Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rudgwick Primary School and The Queen's Head Public House. For rail, the closest station is Christs Hospital station, about 4.8 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Horsham Hospital (5.9 miles east).
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Bucks Green, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Do you need a roof survey in Bucks Green?
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, particularly near trees.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Take a building like Pennthorpe School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Bucks Green: your questions answered
Is my home in Bucks Green listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Bucks Green?
Yes, Bucks Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
How long does the visit take?
It normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
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By the time water marks a ceiling, it’s frequently been getting in for a while. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. From inside the roof space, we can frequently spot it sooner. In a small place like Bucks Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book us in Bucks Green
- Prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.