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Landlord roof survey in Chilgrove, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Chilgrove from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
How a landlord roof survey works in Chilgrove
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We cannot advise on what your lease says, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photos and recommendations. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away and missing or loose roof coverings, across converted houses, flat roofs on blocks and rented houses.
Somewhere as small as Chilgrove, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often 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’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Chilgrove (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys around Chilgrove
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. West Dean House, about 1.6 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chilgrove. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Chilgrove is about 6 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Surveys in Chilgrove work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Surveys in PO18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Chilgrove: East Marden (2 miles west), Didling (3 miles north), Elsted (4 miles north), Compton (4 miles west) and Ingrams Green (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (7 miles south-west) and Rustington (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Chilgrove
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Centre (5.2 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Chilgrove include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Bow Hill.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Deal with urgent items first
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Give residents notice before a survey
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Agents frequently choose the package that suits the building.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets frequently clog, and standing water follows. They’re checked during the survey.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes as far as can be seen safely.
Common roof problems in Chilgrove
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaks into upper flats
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Around Chilgrove, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
What affects the price in Chilgrove
To price your survey, we look at:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes an hour or two for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Chilgrove often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
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Chilgrove: your questions answered
Is Chilgrove in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Chilgrove listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it is a roof survey. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. The report records what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will you need to get into tenants’ homes?
Sometimes, yes. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we will need to go in, so residents need notice.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.