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Roof Survey in Warninglid
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Roof surveys in Warninglid, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose chimney pots
Roof survey in Warninglid: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Typical surveys look at standing water on a flat roof and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, on natural slate, flat roofs and lead flashings.
Somewhere as small as Warninglid, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Warninglid (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Warninglid
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
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Prices for roof surveys in Warninglid
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Rural addresses near Warninglid 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.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Warninglid
Will you come out to Warninglid?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Warninglid listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
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, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Signs you need a roof survey in Warninglid
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Landlords with a home close to Balcombe station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their insurance cover
Warninglid 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Historic houses like Tyes Place, about 1.8 miles north-east, show how far back building around Warninglid goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Warninglid is about 4 miles west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We carry out roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Warninglid and nearby. Our West Sussex coverage includes Warninglid and the places around it. Crawley is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH17 postcode area for roof surveys. You will find streets such as The Street, Staplefield Lane and Orchard Way, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Warninglid: Slough Green (1 mile east), Staplefield (1 mile north-east), Whitemans Green (2 miles east), Brook Street (2 miles east) and Cuckfield (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles north), Horsham (6 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (4 miles east), Burgess Hill (5 miles south-east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south).
Landmarks near Warninglid
Warninglid’s nearest station is Balcombe station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Dene Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (2.4 miles east). For a walk, there is Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.