West Sussex · London and the South East
Ifield Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Ifield, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Roof survey in Ifield: what you get
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like Ifield, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Ifield (RH11, RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Ifield
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared 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.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
For businesses in and around places such as County Mall, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What experience they bring
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A full building survey of the property
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- The roof space
Local roofs in Ifield
The flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport covers Ifield, or comes right up to its edge. Where the drone is part of the survey, we ask the airport for permission first, and only fly if it is given. Crawley, which Ifield is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. Low-pitched roofs shed water more slowly, and older concrete tiles, felt and gutters on these homes may be nearing the end of their life.
Trees in and around Target Hill Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. If you look after a building like St Margaret's CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Ifield is about 1 mile north-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Ifield, we can come and survey your property. Ifield is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for roof surveys.
We cover every part of the RH11 and RH10 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets like Mill Lane, Hare Lane and Brock Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Gossops Green (1 mile south), Ifieldwood (1 mile west), Bewbush (1 mile south-west), Russ Hill (2 miles north-west) and Charlwood (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (6 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (9 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (5 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ifield
We work in homes and buildings around Ifield Community College, Target Hill Park and St Wilfrid's Catholic School. Ifield’s nearest station is Ifield station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Crawley Hospital (0.6 miles south-east) and County Mall (1.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Tilgate Lake.
Ifield: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Ifield is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are there drone restrictions around Ifield?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport covers Ifield, or comes right up to its edge. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
How much does a roof survey cost in Ifield?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Useful tips for Ifield property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
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Also in Ifield
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Tile-hanging on walls and dormer cheeks is checked as part of the roof where it’s relevant. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, and we say how widespread it looks.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Ifield, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.