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Roof survey in Slaugham, West Sussex
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Slaugham. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Roof survey in Slaugham: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey flat roofs, chimney stacks and lead flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Slaugham 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Slaugham (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Slaugham questions
Will you come out to Slaugham?
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 when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Slaugham?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Slaugham?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Slaugham
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For landlords with property near Balcombe station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take a building like Warninglid Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Slaugham is about 5 miles south of Crawley, in West Sussex. Surveys in Slaugham work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Across West Sussex, we cover Slaugham and the places around it.
Every address in RH17 is covered for roof surveys. We also cover the places around Slaugham: Handcross (1 mile north), Plummers Plain (1 mile west), Lower Beeding (2 miles west), Colwood (3 miles south) and Crabtree (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (5 miles north), Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south).
What’s near Slaugham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Carpenter's Arms. For rail, the closest station is Balcombe station, roughly 3.3 miles east. A little further out are Cuckfield Museum (3.6 miles south-east) and Crawley Hospital (5.4 miles north). Open spaces near Slaugham include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow and Tilgate Lake.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Slaugham
Landlords, agents and building managers in Slaugham and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Do you need a roof survey in Slaugham?
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Tyes Place lies about 1.8 miles east, so building around Slaugham goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Before booking anyone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. They get particular attention in every survey.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
Places near Slaugham
What else we do in Slaugham
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Slaugham can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without a survey, you’re guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. In a small place like Slaugham, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
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’d like to know.
Why book us in Slaugham
- A photo-illustrated written report
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof