West Sussex · London and the South East
Rotherbridge Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Rotherbridge and across West Sussex.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- A full building survey of the property
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Rotherbridge
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
About our roof survey in Rotherbridge
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and lead flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters that overflow in heavy rain and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Rotherbridge are 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. Older materials such as 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, whichever applies.
- Where
- Rotherbridge (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Rotherbridge
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Petworth Cof E Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Petworth House, about 1.2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rotherbridge. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of All Hallows, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Rotherbridge is about 8 miles south-west of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Rotherbridge as part of our work across London and South East England. Rotherbridge is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Roof surveys in GU28 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof survey at a property on Kilsham Lane and Rotherbridge Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Petworth (1 mile north-east), Haslingbourne (1 mile east), Tillington (1 mile north), Upperton (2 miles north) and Hampers Green (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Rotherbridge
The closest station to Rotherbridge is Pulborough station, about 4.8 miles east. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (2.1 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
Why act early in Rotherbridge
A small roof defect usually gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Older cottages and farmhouses around Rotherbridge can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of clients satisfied
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Around Rotherbridge, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Rotherbridge
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Rotherbridge. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Rotherbridge questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Pulborough station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Rotherbridge within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East frequently have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, especially at the verges and ridge.
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Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Keep the report with your property records
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.