West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Walstead
Need a roof survey in Walstead? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East frequently have clay plain tiles. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip, leaving gaps along the courses.
Roof survey in Walstead: what you get
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey chimney stacks, clay and concrete tiles and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
In a village or hamlet like Walstead, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Walstead (RH16)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Walstead
Other services in Walstead
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
Walstead homes and their roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 3.2 miles west lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Walstead has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For landlords with property near Haywards Heath station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Living close to Eastern Road Nature Reserve is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Northlands Wood Primary Academy, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Walstead is about 1 mile east of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Surveys in Walstead work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
All of RH16 is covered for roof surveys. You will find streets such as Sage Avenue, Ivy Drive and Juniper Place, and we cover them all. Main roads around Walstead include the B2111, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Lindfield (1 mile north-west), Horsted Keynes (3 miles north-east), Ardingly (3 miles north), Furner's Green (4 miles east) and Highbrook (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (9 miles north-west), Horsham (12 miles west), Burgess Hill (4 miles south-west), East Grinstead (9 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-west) and Broadfield (9 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Walstead
In Walstead, that means homes and buildings near Oathall Community College, The Snowdrop Inn and Eastern Road Nature Reserve and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Haywards Heath station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Parish Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Princess Royal Hospital (1.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Ashenground and Bolnore Woods.
Walstead questions
Do you cover smaller places like Walstead?
Yes, Walstead is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Walstead is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
How do I book a survey in Walstead?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Let us know about past leaks
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Walstead, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Why act early in Walstead
Leaks rarely show up right away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. Older cottages and farmhouses around Walstead 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.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.