West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Elsted
Roof surveys in Elsted and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and letting agents in Elsted book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
How a roof survey works in Elsted
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we are asked to look at most are valley linings that have cracked or split and torn or sagging underlay.
Older buildings in small places like Elsted may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Elsted (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Elsted
What else we do in Elsted
Why get it checked now?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Older cottages and farmhouses around Elsted can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Elsted
- Prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a hamlet or village like Elsted, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Booking a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Elsted, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
What we are asked to look at in Elsted
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, particularly near trees.
Common reasons to book include:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
With Uppark about 2.7 miles south-west, the area around Elsted has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That is why we look at them closely.
Elsted questions
Is Elsted within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Elsted?
Yes, Elsted is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit typically takes between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What a roof survey looks like in Elsted
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Paul are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Elsted is about 5 miles south-east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. If you are in Elsted, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our West Sussex coverage includes Elsted and the places around it. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: GU29. If you are just outside Elsted, we cover East Harting (1 mile west), Elsted Marsh (1 mile north-east), Didling (1 mile south-east), Nyewood (2 miles north-west) and Dumpford (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (14 miles south-east), Chichester (9 miles south), Emsworth (9 miles south-west), Portfield (10 miles south), Yapton (14 miles south-east) and East Wittering (14 miles south).
Landmarks near Elsted
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Three Horseshoes Public House, among other places. A little further out are Midhurst Community Hospital (4.7 miles east). The countryside around Elsted includes Iping and Stedham Commons and Oakham Hill.