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Landlord roof survey in East Wittering, West Sussex
We carry out landlord roof surveys in East Wittering and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
About our landlord roof survey in East Wittering
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 based on what can be seen. It doesn’t give repair costs but contractors can price from it. Urgent defects are flagged clearly, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. Typical surveys look at gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and ceiling stains reported by tenants, on gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and rented houses.
In a smaller place like East Wittering, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- East Wittering (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to East Wittering
What else we do in East Wittering
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
When to book a survey in East Wittering
Roofs on let and shared buildings often get less regular attention than owner-occupied homes. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling, by which point the damage has spread.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Flashings that have come away
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
Take an older house close to St Anne: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the survey will not cover
East Wittering questions
Is the coastal weather around East Wittering hard on roofs?
It can do. East Wittering is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is my home in East Wittering listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you work in East Wittering?
Yes. We cover East Wittering and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How do I book a survey in East Wittering?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
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 in the report.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photos help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults typically get worse.
Local roofs in East Wittering
East Wittering lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. 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 is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you look after a building like East Wittering Community Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
East Wittering is about 6 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in East Wittering, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property. East Wittering is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include Church Road, Downview Close and Stocks Lane, all of which we cover. Being close to the B2179, East Wittering is simple for us to get to for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Earnley (1 mile east), Somerley (2 miles north-east), West Wittering (2 miles north-west), Shipton Green (2 miles north) and Almodington (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Portfield (7 miles north-east).
Near you in East Wittering
We work in homes and buildings around The Thatched Tavern and the streets around them. The countryside around East Wittering includes Pilsey Island.
How we price landlord roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. A visit to East Wittering is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.