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Roof survey in Hoyle, West Sussex
Wondering about the roof at a property in Hoyle? We carry out roof surveys in Hoyle and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Roof survey in Hoyle
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate frequently lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often 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 standing water on a flat roof and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on the roof space, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate alike.
Older buildings in small places like Hoyle 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Hoyle (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Hoyle: local notes
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 2.2 miles north-west lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around Hoyle has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Anyone responsible for a site like Midhurst Rother College will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Hoyle is about 9 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Hoyle, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the GU29 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Heyshott (1 mile south-west), Heyshott Green (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (2 miles north-west), West Lavington (2 miles north-west) and Cocking (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (13 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hoyle
Typical jobs here are in homes near Unicorn Inn. Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hoyle include Levin Down and Graffham Common.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a small place like Hoyle, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hoyle
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.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
FAQs for Hoyle
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hoyle?
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 carry out roof surveys in Hoyle?
Yes, Hoyle is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit usually takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
What affects the price in Hoyle
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Signs you need a roof survey in Hoyle
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St James: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
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 Hoyle, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hoyle
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.