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Warnham Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Warnham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.
About our roof survey in Warnham
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. If you’re worried about worn or blocked valleys and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Warnham may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Warnham (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
When to book a survey in Warnham
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Trees in and around Warnham Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Roof surveys around Warnham
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take a building like Warnham CofE Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Landlords with a home close to Warnham station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Warnham is about 2 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. If you’re in Warnham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our West Sussex coverage includes Warnham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Here we cover the RH12 postcode area for roof surveys. You will find streets like Hollands Way, Stanford Orchard and Gardeners Close. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Broadbridge Heath (2 miles south), Holbrook (2 miles east), Horsham (2 miles south-east), Rowhook (2 miles west) and Tower Hill (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (7 miles east), Haywards Heath (13 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), East Grinstead (15 miles east), Broadfield (6 miles east) and Storrington (12 miles south).
Landmarks near Warnham
We work in homes and buildings around Warnham Park, The Greets Inn and Greenway Academy. Warnham’s nearest station is Warnham station, about 1 mile east. Well-known places in the area include Horsham Hospital (1.8 miles south-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.2 miles south). Open spaces near Warnham include Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older rural homes like those around Warnham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. For an older or listed building in a place like Warnham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Warnham
Will you come out to Warnham?
Yes, Warnham is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Warnham is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How long does the visit take?
Allow about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We don’t provide structural calculations.