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Roof Survey in Danehill
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Danehill, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Danehill
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. Common reasons to book are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and worn or blocked valleys, on lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Danehill, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come 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
- Danehill (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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.
Useful tips for Danehill property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Local roofs in Danehill
Priest House, about 4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Danehill. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of All Saints, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Landlords with a home close to Haywards Heath station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take a building like Danehill Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Danehill is about 5 miles north-east of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We cover Danehill and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Danehill is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
We cover every part of RH17 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include London Road, Lewes Road and Oaktree Cottages. Close by, we survey roofs in Chelwood Common (1 mile north-east), Furner's Green (1 mile south), Horsted Keynes (1 mile west), Birchgrove (1 mile north) and Chelwood Gate (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (10 miles north-west), Horsham (14 miles west), Haywards Heath (5 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (8 miles south-west), East Grinstead (7 miles north) and Broadfield (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Danehill
The nearest railway station is Haywards Heath station, about 5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Waterbury Castle (1.7 miles west) and Princess Royal Hospital (4.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Brickfield Meadow.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Questions from Danehill
Is Danehill within the area you cover?
Yes. Danehill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Haywards Heath station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s emailed to you.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Why get it checked now?
It’s easier to plan roof work than to react to it. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than calling someone out after a storm. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Danehill, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Danehill
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Older roofs in small places like Danehill can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- 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 loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we check them too. Loose or missing tiles there let rain into the wall.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, and we say how widespread it looks.