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Roof survey in Ditchling, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Ditchling, with photographs and a written report.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Roof survey in Ditchling: what you get
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you’ve noticed valley linings that have cracked or split and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, natural slate and flat roofs alike.
In a village or hamlet like Ditchling, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Ditchling (BN6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Ditchling
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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 your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Hassocks station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. The streets around a church like Ditchling Unitarian Chapel are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Ditchling is about 3 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. If you are in Ditchling, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Ditchling is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for roof surveys. There’s also a page for Brighton.
All of BN6 is within our area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on High Street, The Twitten and Charlton Gardens or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Ditchling, we cover Keymer (1 mile west), Westmeston (1 mile south), Hassocks (1 mile west), Clayton (2 miles south-west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north), East Grinstead (15 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ditchling
Around Ditchling, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Downlands Community School and The Bull Hotel and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Hassocks station, about 1.4 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (within half a mile west) and The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ditchling
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlords and agents in Ditchling book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Ditchling: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Ditchling?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Hassocks station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It is emailed to you.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How much does a roof survey cost in Ditchling?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why it is worth a survey now in Ditchling
Without a survey, you’re guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. In a place like Ditchling, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% customer satisfaction
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How we price roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Leave roof access to professionals
- File the report with your home documents
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
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How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Ditchling, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
Do you need a roof survey in Ditchling?
Slates and tiles frequently outlast the fixings that hold them. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Anyone responsible for a site like Ditchling (St Margaret's) Church of England Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection