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Landlord roof survey in East Preston, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in East Preston, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like East Preston, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Landlord roof survey in East Preston
A roof over tenants or leaseholders often gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a photo-illustrated written report to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. We’re frequently asked to look into missing or loose roof coverings and ponding or splits on flat roofs, across blocks of flats, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
Around East Preston, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- East Preston (BN16, BN12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near East Preston
What else we do in East Preston
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
What we look for on each type of roof
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area and you will need to arrange it.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in East Preston
East Preston is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. The wider area around East Preston has a long history of building, with Ecclesden Manor about 1.3 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Take a building like East Preston Infant School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you let a flat or house near Angmering station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
East Preston is about 2 miles east of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. In East Preston, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across West Sussex, we cover East Preston. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Landlord roof surveys in BN16 and BN12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on The Street, Station Road and Beechlands Close and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile south), West Kingston (1 mile south-east), West Preston (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (1 mile south-east) and Angmering (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (4 miles east), Bognor Regis (9 miles west), Chichester (13 miles west), Selsey (14 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east) and Lancing (7 miles east).
What’s near East Preston
Around East Preston, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Angmering School. For rail, the closest station is Angmering station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west. A little further out are Lyminster Siege Castle (3.8 miles north-west) and Zachary Merton Hospital (1 mile west). For a walk, there’s Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
Useful tips for East Preston property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
The report comes with photos and written recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. We send it by email so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
East Preston: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like East Preston?
Yes. East Preston is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in East Preston?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How do I book a survey in East Preston?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Is this survey just for landlords?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we will say so.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in East Preston
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Why it is worth a survey now in East Preston
Finding a roof defect early usually means a smaller, planned job. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. With lower homes, common in places like East Preston, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.