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Roof survey in West Hoathly, West Sussex
Roof surveys in West Hoathly 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
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose chimney pots
Roof survey in West Hoathly
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. We survey clay and concrete tiles, flat roofs and lead flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and standing water on a flat roof.
In a small place like West Hoathly, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- West Hoathly (RH19)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in West Hoathly
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Roof surveys in West Hoathly: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. With Priest House about 0.2 miles south-west, West Hoathly sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For landlords with property near East Grinstead station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take an older house close to St Margaret's Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
West Hoathly is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in West Hoathly and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Hoathly. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RH19. Local streets include Hilltop Road, Sandy Lane and North Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Sharpthorne (1 mile east), Selsfield Common (1 mile north-west), Highbrook (2 miles south), Little London (2 miles south-west) and Ardingly (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles west), Horsham (12 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south), Burgess Hill (9 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (7 miles west).
Landmarks near West Hoathly
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Fox pub and the streets around them. West Hoathly’s nearest station is East Grinstead station, roughly 3.7 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include East Grinstead Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and Waterbury Castle (2.8 miles south). The countryside around West Hoathly includes Hedgecourt Lake.
When to book a survey in West Hoathly
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Loose chimney pots
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as West Hoathly CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey will not cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Nearby places to West Hoathly
What else we do in West Hoathly
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like West Hoathly, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- 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
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
FAQs for West Hoathly
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Hoathly?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near East Grinstead station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in West Hoathly
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate