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Roof survey in Streat, West Sussex
We carry out roof surveys in Streat and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Roof survey in Streat: what you get
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Each one comes with a written report. If you are worried about worn lead at chimneys and abutments and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Streat, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Streat (BN6, BN7)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Streat
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Streat Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Plumpton Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Streat is about 3 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. In Streat, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our West Sussex coverage includes Streat and the places around it. You can also see our page for Brighton.
All of BN6 and BN7 is within our area for roof surveys. We also cover Plumpton (1 mile south-east), Plumpton Green (1 mile north-east), East Chiltington (1 mile east), Ditchling Common (2 miles north) and Chiltington (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (15 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (6 miles north), Burgess Hill (3 miles north-west) and East Grinstead (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in Streat
Streat’s nearest station is Plumpton station, roughly 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (1.6 miles west) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (4.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Streat includes Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
Do you need a roof survey in Streat?
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
If you own a rental within reach of Plumpton station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, especially at the verges and ridge.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Let us know about past leaks
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. 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.
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Streat questions
Will you come out to Streat?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can a landlord with a rental near Plumpton station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Streat, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Streat
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Letting agents and landlords in Streat book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.