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Landlord roof survey in East Ashling, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in East Ashling, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Why get it checked now?
A planned maintenance budget needs real information. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later helping you spread the work. Around East Ashling, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book us in East Ashling
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
About our landlord roof survey in East Ashling
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a photo-illustrated written report to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to keep maintenance plans current. Common reasons to book are slipped or missing slates and tiles and blocked gutters over flats, across rented houses, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
In a village or hamlet like East Ashling, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
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
- East Ashling (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere as small as East Ashling, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Landlord roof surveys in East Ashling: local notes
East Ashling is within about 4 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. 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. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Funtington Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you own a rental within reach of Bosham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
East Ashling is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover East Ashling and the rest of West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover East Ashling. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in West Ashling (1 mile west), West Stoke (1 mile north-east), Funtington (1 mile north-west), Broadbridge (2 miles south) and Hambrook (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Near you in East Ashling
We work in homes and buildings around Bishop Luffa School and The Horse And Groom Public House and the streets around them. East Ashling’s nearest station is Bosham station, roughly 1.4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Novium Museum (3 miles south-east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Also near East Ashling
Also in East Ashling
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- A full structural assessment of the building
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and the rest budgeted for later.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
East Ashling questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bosham station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in East Ashling?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
How do I book a survey in East Ashling?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Do you cover East Ashling for landlord roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes East Ashling.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we will say so.