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Roof survey in Withdean, Brighton and Hove
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Withdean, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Roof survey in Withdean: what you get
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We are often asked to look into worn lead at chimneys and abutments and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, across ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and flat roofs.
In a smaller place like Withdean, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are normally where the work is. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Withdean (BN1, BN3)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. With lower homes, common in places like Withdean, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Withdean
Landlords, agents and building managers in Withdean and across Brighton and Hove can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Signs you need a roof survey in Withdean
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Homes near green spaces such as Withdean Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Roof surveys around Withdean
Withdean is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St John the Evangelist's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For businesses in and around places such as Churchill Square, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Withdean is about 2 miles north-west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Surveys in Withdean work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the BN1 and BN3 postcode area for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Home Road, Croft Road and Bates Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Withdean include the A23. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Preston (1 mile south), Westdene (1 mile north-west), Prestonville (1 mile south), Patcham (1 mile north) and Hollingdean (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (3 miles south-east), Saltdean (6 miles south-east), East Saltdean (6 miles south-east), Roedean (3 miles south-east) and Rottingdean (5 miles south-east).
Around Withdean
In Withdean, that means homes and buildings near Dorothy Stringer High School, Varndean College and Withdean Park, among other places. Withdean has its own railway station: Preston Park station. Other landmarks nearby include Churchill Square (1.9 miles south) and Brighton Transport Museum (0.8 miles south). For a walk, there’s Newmarket Hill and Ladies Mile.
FAQs for Withdean
Will you come out to Withdean?
Yes. Withdean is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Preston Park station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What we cannot see
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. A visit to Withdean is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
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.