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Landlord roof survey in Almodington, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Almodington, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
How a landlord roof survey works in Almodington
Managing agents and freeholders use our reports to plan maintenance and budgets. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, as far as can be judged from what’s visible. It doesn’t give repair costs but contractors can price from it. Anything urgent is made clear, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. We are often asked to look into cracked or leaning shared chimneys and damaged party-wall upstands or parapets, across gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks.
Some older homes in villages like Almodington are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Almodington (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Almodington, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Landlord roof surveys in Almodington: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Almodington, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Birdham CE Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near Earnley Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Almodington is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Almodington, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Almodington is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Every address in PO20 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Second Avenue, Batchmere Road and Third Avenue or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Almodington, we cover Somerley (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south-west), Birdham (1 mile north), Highleigh (1 mile east) and Shipton Green (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (6 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (13 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Rustington (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Almodington
For rail, the closest station is Chichester station, roughly 4.2 miles north-east. A little further out are Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Not far away are Pilsey Island.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Almodington?
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition or when.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Landlords with a home close to Chichester station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before booking anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their insurance cover
- What the survey will not cover
What we cannot see
A survey is a careful look at the let or shared roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- A full structural assessment of the building
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
Roof by roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that’s hard to see. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see.
Roof spaces and lofts
The roof space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We check it where there’s safe access, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Almodington
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Almodington, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
How do I find out if my home in Almodington is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is 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’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you work in Almodington?
Yes. Almodington is part of the area we cover.
Who normally books a landlord or block roof survey?
We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Owners in a shared building book it too.
Will the survey cover the whole building?
No, it’s a roof survey. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey, and it’s not a structural engineer’s report.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Towns and villages near Almodington
Other services in Almodington
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Why act early in Almodington
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. 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.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide or our case studies.