West Sussex · London and the South East
Poynings Roof Survey
We carry out roof surveys in Poynings and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Surveys for landlords and agents in Poynings
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
About our roof survey in Poynings
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photographs and a recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We are often asked to look into slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, across lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Poynings may be 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 such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Poynings (BN45)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Poynings: local notes
Poynings lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Hassocks station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Portslade Manor lies about 3.7 miles south, so building around Poynings goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Poynings is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Poynings and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex.
Surveys in BN45 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof survey at a property on The Street and Cora's Walk or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Fulking (1 mile south-west), Hangleton (3 miles south), Portslade (4 miles south), Castle Town (4 miles west) and Kingston by Sea (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Poynings
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Royal Oak pub, among other places. Poynings’s nearest station is Hassocks station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.9 miles north-east) and Southlands Hospital (4.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Common questions in Poynings
Is my home in Poynings listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I let a flat near Hassocks station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Do you cover Poynings?
Yes. We survey roofs in Poynings and the rest of West Sussex. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
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Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Mortar at ridges and verges frequently cracks on tiled roofs. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We look for the likely route in.
Common roof problems in Poynings
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, particularly near trees.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
For an older house near a landmark such as The Church of the Holy Trinity, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Poynings needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space