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Roof survey in Crawley Down, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Crawley Down. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
About our roof survey in Crawley Down
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate frequently lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We’re often asked to look into flashings that have come away from the wall and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, across clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a smaller place like Crawley Down, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Crawley Down (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Crawley Down
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
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 with budgets and planning.
What a roof survey looks like in Crawley Down
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Saint Hill Manor about 2.4 miles south-east, Crawley Down sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near All Saints Parish Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near East Grinstead station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Crawley Down is about 3 miles west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We cover Crawley Down and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across West Sussex, we cover Crawley Down.
Here we cover the RH10 postcode area for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Forest Close and Burleigh Way. We also cover the places around Crawley Down: Furnace Wood (1 mile north), Snow Hill (1 mile north), Turners Hill (1 mile south), Domewood (1 mile north) and Felbridge (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (3 miles east) and Broadfield (6 miles west).
Near you in Crawley Down
We work in homes and buildings around Imberhorne School. For rail, the closest station is East Grinstead station, roughly 2.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Queen Victoria Hospital (3.5 miles east) and Effingham Park Motor Museum (1.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Crawley Down include Hedgecourt Lake.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. In an older home around Crawley Down, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Crawley Down
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Your report arrives by email. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Checking the roof from ground level
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.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a survey in Crawley Down, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Crawley Down questions
Is Crawley Down within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crawley Down?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. 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.
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What we cannot see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks