West Sussex · London and the South East
Slough Green Roof Survey
Roof surveys around Slough Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Loose chimney pots
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
How a roof survey works in Slough Green
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Common reasons to book are valley linings that have cracked or split and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, on ridges, hips and valleys, flat roofs and the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Slough Green 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 frequently matched when work is done.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Slough Green (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and the South East. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, and we say how widespread it looks.
Signs you need a roof survey in Slough Green
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Take a building like Warden Park School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
Your questions about roof surveys in Slough Green
Is my home in Slough Green listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Slough Green?
Yes. Slough Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Also near Slough Green
What else we do in Slough Green
Why it’s worth a survey now in Slough Green
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Older cottages and farmhouses around Slough Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Slough Green
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere like Slough Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Honest limits
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- A structural engineer’s report
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
Local roofs in Slough Green
Historic houses such as Tyes Place, about 1.3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Slough Green goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Balcombe station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Slough Green is about 3 miles north-west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Slough Green gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. There is also a page for Crawley.
We work across the RH17 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Whitemans Green (1 mile east), Warninglid (1 mile west), Staplefield (1 mile north), Brook Street (1 mile east) and Cuckfield (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (6 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south).
What’s near Slough Green
For rail, the closest station is Balcombe station, roughly 2.9 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Cuckfield Museum (1.4 miles south-east) and The Dene Hospital (3.7 miles south). The countryside around Slough Green includes Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.