West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Findon
A careful look at the roof at your property in Findon, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly, and they can crack.
Roof survey in Findon
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Common reasons to book are worn or blocked valleys and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, on lead flashings, natural slate and flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Findon, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Findon (BN14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about roof surveys in Findon
Is the coastal weather around Findon hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Findon is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you cover smaller places like Findon?
Yes, Findon is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Findon, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us 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’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Findon
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Places near Findon
Other services in Findon
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Local roofs in Findon
Findon is within about 5 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Anyone responsible for a site like St John the Baptist CofE Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor, about 3.8 miles south-west, show how far back building around Findon goes. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
Findon is about 3 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. In Findon, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Findon is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: BN14. Local streets include High Street, Southview Road and Summerfields, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in High Salvington (1 mile south), Cote (2 miles south), Durrington (2 miles south), Clapham (2 miles south-west) and Patching (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (14 miles north), Worthing (3 miles south), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east).
Around Findon
Around Findon, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Old Village House Hotel, among other places. Findon’s nearest station is West Worthing station, about 3.4 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Worthing Hospital (3.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (2.9 miles south). Not far away are Chanctonbury Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Older cottages and farmhouses around Findon can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Findon
- An independent view of the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Signs you need a roof survey in Findon
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Landlords with a home close to West Worthing station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Will the report include photos?
- What insurance they carry
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?