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Graffham Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Graffham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
How a landlord roof survey works in Graffham
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 where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen, along with the loft space where there is safe access. We are often asked to look into failed flashings at walls and chimneys and chimney stacks in poor repair, on gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and blocks of flats.
Older buildings in small places like Graffham may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Graffham (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We record anything visible.
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof often tells us more. We check it where there is safe access looking for water marks and gaps.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Graffham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Graffham
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Questions from Graffham
Will you come out to Graffham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Graffham?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Graffham is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No. Who pays is usually set by the lease and we do not give legal advice. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you need access to all the flats?
We may do. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we will need to go in so please give residents notice.
How we price landlord roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
For a price for your roof in Graffham, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Deal with urgent items first
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
The report can feed straight into a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. We look at the roof, not just the symptoms. For older village homes like those around Graffham, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Graffham
- An independent look at the roof
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Graffham
With Cowdray House about 3.5 miles north-west, Graffham sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Giles: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Graffham CofE Infant School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Graffham is about 9 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Graffham can all book landlord roof surveys. Graffham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the GU28 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Guillods Cottages and St Giles Place or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include East Lavington (1 mile south-east), Duncton (2 miles east), Selham (2 miles north), South Ambersham (2 miles north) and Rotherbridge (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south-west), Selsey (15 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (13 miles south-west).
What’s near Graffham
We work in homes and buildings around The Woodman pub, among other places. Nearby you will also find Coultershaw Heritage Site (3.1 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Graffham includes Levin Down and Graffham Common.