Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Patcham Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Patcham, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Surveys for landlords and agents in Patcham
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Roof survey in Patcham
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and lead flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked mortar along the ridge and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings.
Around Patcham, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Patcham (BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Patcham, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
FAQs for Patcham
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Patcham, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Patcham is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will you come out to Patcham?
Yes. Patcham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we will say so. We do not provide structural calculations.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
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. Photos are included.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
What a roof survey looks like in Patcham
Patcham lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Historic houses such as Preston Manor & Gardens, about 1.5 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Patcham goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Trees in and around Withdean Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. The streets around a church such as All Saints Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Patcham is about 2 miles north of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Bookings from Patcham are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Patcham is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover for roof surveys.
All of BN1 is covered for roof surveys. Whether your property is on London Road, Vale Avenue and Eldred Avenue or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Patcham, we cover Waterhall (1 mile north-west), Westdene (1 mile south-west), Hollingbury (1 mile east), Withdean (1 mile south) and Preston (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Carlton Hill (3 miles south), Hanover (3 miles south), Brunswick (3 miles south), Kemptown (4 miles south-east), Whitehawk (3 miles south-east) and Aldrington (3 miles south-west).
Near you in Patcham
In Patcham, that means homes and buildings near Withdean Park, Patcham High School and The Dharma Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Preston Park station, roughly 1.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Clayton Castle (3.1 miles north) and Brighton Transport Museum (1.8 miles south). Open spaces near Patcham include Ditchling Beacon and Ladies Mile.
Prices for roof surveys in Patcham
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Height and safe access
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What a roof survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Patcham
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Common roof problems in Patcham
Some damage starts inside the loft space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
For businesses in and around places such as Churchill Square, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.