West Sussex · London and the South East
Didling Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Didling, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Torn or sagging underlay
How a roof survey works in Didling
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof typically wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a proper look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Common reasons to book are torn or sagging underlay and cracked mortar along the ridge, across flat roofs, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Didling may be 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Didling (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Prices for roof surveys in Didling
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Didling frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Didling
How do I find out if my home in Didling is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Didling in the area you cover?
Yes, Didling is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, 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.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Didling
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Historic houses like Uppark, about 3.7 miles west, show how far back building around Didling goes. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Didling is about 6 miles south-east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Didling can all book roof surveys. Didling is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Every address in GU29 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Didling include Ingrams Green (1 mile north), Elsted Marsh (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile north-west), Dumpford (2 miles north) and Trotton (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south), Emsworth (9 miles south-west), Portfield (9 miles south), Yapton (13 miles south-east) and East Wittering (14 miles south).
Near you in Didling
A little further out are Midhurst Museum (3.5 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Iping and Stedham Commons and Levin Down.
Towns and villages near Didling
What else we do in Didling
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Didling. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. They get particular attention in every survey.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded.