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Roof Survey in Fulking
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Fulking, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Fulking can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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 roof space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
How a roof survey works in Fulking
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs 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. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We are frequently asked to look into worn or blocked valleys and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, on flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings.
Somewhere as small as Fulking, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Fulking (BN5)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Fulking
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% of customers satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Useful tips for Fulking property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Stay off ladders and the roof
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Roof surveys in Fulking: local notes
Fulking lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Landlords with a home close to Portslade station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. For an older house near a landmark such as The Church of the Holy Trinity, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Fulking is about 4 miles north-west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Fulking, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Sussex, we cover Fulking and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: BN5. We also cover the places around Fulking: Poynings (1 mile north-east), Hangleton (3 miles south), Castle Town (3 miles west), Portslade (3 miles south) and Kingston by Sea (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north), Worthing (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (14 miles west).
Near you in Fulking
Around Fulking, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Shepherd And Dog Public House. The closest station to Fulking is Portslade station, roughly 3.9 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Clayton Castle (3.7 miles east) and Southlands Hospital (3.7 miles south). Not far away are Truleigh Hill and Woods Mill.
Also in Fulking
Common roof problems in Fulking
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose chimney pots
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
With Portslade Manor about 3.3 miles south, the area around Fulking has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Before you book anyone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What the survey will not cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Fulking: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Portslade station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Fulking, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Fulking is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How quickly will I get the report?
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.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.