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Tisman's Common Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Tisman's Common, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tisman's Common
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof usually wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a close look. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. Typical surveys look at water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, across lead flashings, chimney stacks and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a small place like Tisman's Common, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Tisman's Common (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Older and listed buildings around Tisman's Common may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, including VAT
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need a roof survey in Tisman's Common?
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Take a building like Pennthorpe School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What the survey will not cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What insurance they carry
Roof surveys in Tisman's Common: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take an older house close to St John the Baptist: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Tisman's Common is about 7 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out roof surveys in Tisman's Common for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Tisman's Common is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Crawley.
All of RH12 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Hornshill Lane and Loxwood Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Tisman's Common include Bucks Green (1 mile east), Rudgwick (1 mile east), The Haven (2 miles south-east), Slinfold (3 miles south-east) and Five Oaks (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (12 miles east), Horsham (7 miles east), Broadfield (12 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south), Billingshurst (5 miles south) and Bewbush (11 miles east).
Around Tisman's Common
In Tisman's Common, that means homes and buildings near Rudgwick Primary School and The Queen's Head Public House, among other places.
Common questions in Tisman's Common
Is Tisman's Common in the area you cover?
Yes, Tisman's Common is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Tisman's Common as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tisman's Common?
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.
How do I book a survey in Tisman's Common?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Also near Tisman's Common
Other services in Tisman's Common
Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Tisman's Common, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.