West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Washington, West Sussex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Washington and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
About our roof survey in Washington
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. If you’ve noticed flashings that have come away from the wall and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles alike.
In a village or hamlet like Washington, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Washington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack, as far as we can safely see them. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Common questions in Washington
Is my home in Washington listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Washington within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Anything about access we should know
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What made you get in touch
- The address and postcode of the property
For a price for roof surveys in Washington, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Why get it checked now?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Washington
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Roof surveys in Washington: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. About 3.9 miles west lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Washington has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Mary's CofE Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We visit Washington as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our West Sussex coverage includes Washington. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Surveys in RH20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close. Other places close to Washington include Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Washington
In Washington, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College, Windlesham House School and The Frankland Arms Public House and the streets around them. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Chanctonbury Hill.
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Useful tips for Washington property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Make sure insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.
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How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Washington, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.