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Thakeham Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Thakeham, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
About our roof survey in Thakeham
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey lead flashings, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles, and people most frequently book us about leaking gutter joints and downpipes and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Thakeham, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often 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 typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Thakeham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a roof survey in Thakeham?
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that isn’t firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before you book anyone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will the report include photos?
Your questions about roof surveys in Thakeham
I let a flat near Pulborough station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Thakeham?
Yes, Thakeham is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you go up on the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Nearby places to Thakeham
Other services in Thakeham
Why get it checked now?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Thakeham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 20+ years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Thakeham homes and their roofs
Parham House, about 3.6 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Thakeham. 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. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Take a building like Rydon Community College: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Pulborough station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Thakeham is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Roofs in Thakeham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in RH20 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on The Street, Bramble Lane and Cray's Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Thakeham, we cover Abingworth (1 mile south-west), Warminghurst (1 mile south-east), Goose Green (1 mile north-east), West Chiltington (1 mile north-west) and Heath Common (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
What’s near Thakeham
The closest station to Thakeham is Pulborough station, about 4.1 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find The Storrington And District Museum (2.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A structural engineer’s report
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a hamlet or village like Thakeham, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Thakeham
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.