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Roof Survey in Marehill
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Marehill and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Common roof problems in Marehill
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Roof survey in Marehill
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings, and people most often book us about ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and loose chimney pots.
Some older homes in villages like Marehill 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 like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Marehill (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Local roofs in Marehill
About 1.4 miles west lies Old Place Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Marehill has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you live in an older home near Wiggonholt Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a building such as St Mary's Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Marehill is about 10 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Marehill, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Marehill is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. There is also a page for Brighton.
We work across the RH20 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include West Chiltington Road, Tudor Close and Kings Lane. We also cover the places around Marehill: Nutbourne (1 mile north-east), Broomershill (1 mile north-west), Wiggonholt (1 mile south), West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-east) and West Chiltington (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south).
Landmarks near Marehill
We work in homes and buildings around The Rising Sun Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 1.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Amberley Castle (4 miles south-west) and The Storrington And District Museum (2.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Useful tips for Marehill property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Leave roof access to professionals
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Your questions about roof surveys in Marehill
Will you come out to Marehill?
Yes, Marehill is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Marehill?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Marehill?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day 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.
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When you need someone else
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, most surveys take between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Marehill can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Marehill
Letting agents and landlords in Marehill book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.