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Roof survey in Five Oaks, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Five Oaks from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
How a roof survey works in Five Oaks
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. If you’ve noticed condensation or damp timbers in the loft and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Five Oaks are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Five Oaks (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What a roof survey looks like in Five Oaks
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you own a rental within reach of Billingshurst station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Five Oaks is about 5 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Five Oaks is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Five Oaks is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RH14. If you need a roof survey at a property on Horsham Road, Hayes Wood Road and Stane Street or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in The Haven (1 mile north-west), Billingshurst (2 miles south-west), Slinfold (2 miles north-east), Newpound Common (3 miles west) and Coneyhurst (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north-east), Horsham (5 miles east), Worthing (15 miles south), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (15 miles south-east) and Broadfield (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Five Oaks
Five Oaks’s nearest station is Billingshurst station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Christs Hospital School Museum (3.1 miles east) and Horsham Hospital (5 miles east).
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Common roof problems in Five Oaks
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Take a building like The Weald School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before booking anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- When you will get the report
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
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Common questions in Five Oaks
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Billingshurst station?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Five Oaks?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What happens if roof problems are left?
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. We tell you what’s really needed. For an older or listed building in a place like Five Oaks, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Five Oaks, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.