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Landlord roof survey in Duncton, West Sussex
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Duncton, with photos and a written report.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Many blocks and rear additions have flat roofs. Ponding, splits and blistering are recorded where we can see them safely.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Where a roof is shared with neighbours, we can only inspect what we’re given access to, and the report says what was seen.
Landlord roof survey in Duncton: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely, along with the loft space where there’s safe access. We survey gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters overflowing onto walls and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Duncton (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Duncton, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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What affects the price in Duncton
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
For a price for your roof in Duncton, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Duncton
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Duncton
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
Duncton: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Duncton is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Duncton?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, we survey shared roofs often. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be and we will say so.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
What does a block roof survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Larger buildings are priced to suit. Just call 07833 053749 or email us for a price.
Do you need access to all the flats?
It depends on the building. We may need the loft space and some or all of the top-floor flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We’ll confirm what we need when you book.
Can your report let us know who pays for the roof work?
No. Who pays is typically set by the lease and we do not give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Duncton
About 2.4 miles south-east lies Bignor Roman Villa, a reminder of how long the area around Duncton has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Anyone responsible for a site like Duncton CofE Junior School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Take an older house close to Church of Holy Trinity: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Duncton is about 10 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We visit Duncton as part of our work across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across West Sussex, we cover Duncton and the places around it. There is also a page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: GU28. Whether your property is on Duncton High Street and Willett Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include East Lavington (1 mile south-west), Sutton (2 miles south-east), Rotherbridge (2 miles north), Graffham (2 miles west) and Haslingbourne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (13 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south-east), Emsworth (15 miles south-west) and Rustington (11 miles south-east).
What’s near Duncton
In Duncton, that means homes and buildings near The Parish Church of St Peter and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Duncton includes Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Deal with urgent items first
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
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 often choose the package that suits the building.
Keep the roof space accessible so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.