West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Houghton, West Sussex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Houghton, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof survey in Houghton
There’s 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: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run seven days a week, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. We survey lead flashings, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and flashings that have come away from the wall.
Older buildings in small places like Houghton 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 frequently matched when work is done.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Houghton (BN18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Houghton
Will you come out to Houghton?
Yes, Houghton is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I find out if my home in Houghton is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Roof surveys in Houghton: local notes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Dorset House School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Living close to Arundel Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Houghton is about 6 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Houghton is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Houghton is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Surveys in BN18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Houghton include Arundel (3 miles south), Warningcamp (3 miles south-east), Crossbush (3 miles south), Tortington (4 miles south) and Poling (4 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (9 miles south-west), Chichester (11 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
Around Houghton
In Houghton, that means homes and buildings near Arundel Park and the streets around them. Houghton’s nearest station is Amberley station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Amberley Castle (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Houghton include Amberley Wild Brooks and Bignor Hill.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That’s why we look at them closely.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Around Houghton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Why act early in Houghton
If you are planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You’ll know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Houghton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Places near Houghton
Other services in Houghton
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.