West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Tillington
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Tillington, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Tillington
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Petworth House lies about 0.8 miles east, so building around Tillington goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of All Hallows, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Tillington is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Tillington, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Tillington is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Here we cover the GU28 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Upperton Road, Cemetery Lane and Tillington Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Tillington: Upperton (1 mile north-west), Petworth (1 mile east), Hampers Green (1 mile north-east), Rotherbridge (1 mile south) and River (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (14 miles east), Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (13 miles south) and Rustington (13 miles south-east).
Near you in Tillington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Old Square Tavern, among other places. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (1.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.7 miles south). Open spaces near Tillington include Graffham Common.
Roof survey in Tillington: what you get
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey natural slate, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are torn or sagging underlay and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
Some older homes in villages like Tillington 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Tillington (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Tillington
Some damage starts inside the roof space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Anyone responsible for a site like Petworth Cof E Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
What affects the cost of roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
Questions from Tillington
Is Tillington within the area you cover?
Yes. Tillington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Tillington?
Yes, Tillington is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot 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 will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where applicable.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Rural addresses near Tillington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Tillington
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Tillington. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.