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Landlord roof survey in Hambrook, West Sussex
Landlord roof surveys in Hambrook from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Leaking joints at party walls
Landlord roof survey in Hambrook
We survey let and shared roofs in Hambrook and across London and South East England. A visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe, and by drone where it is applicable. A written report with photos follows. If you’ve noticed ceiling stains reported by tenants and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and downpipes, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks alike.
Somewhere as small as Hambrook, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Hambrook (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slipped slates on older roofs can point to corroded nails. The report records it.
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We note what we can see.
Towns and villages near Hambrook
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DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Arrange flat access in advance
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Hambrook
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Hambrook, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Historic houses like Warblington Castle, about 3.8 miles west, show how far back building around Hambrook goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. If you live in an older home near St Wilfrid's Church and Hall, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Chidham Parochial Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Hambrook is about 5 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Hambrook for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Hambrook is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for landlord roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Landlord roof surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Kingfisher Close, Dragonfly Grove and Pipistrelle Way, all of which we cover. Other places close to Hambrook include Nutbourne (1 mile south), Funtington (1 mile north-east), West Ashling (1 mile east), Chidham (1 mile south) and Racton (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (5 miles east), Selsey (9 miles south-east), Emsworth (3 miles west), Portfield (5 miles east) and Yapton (12 miles east).
What’s near Hambrook
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bourne Community College. The closest station to Hambrook is Nutbourne station, roughly 0.6 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (4.7 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (2.5 miles west). Not far away are Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
Common questions in Hambrook
Do you cover smaller places like Hambrook?
Yes. Hambrook is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Hambrook listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?
No. The lease typically decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Is this survey just for landlords?
We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Owners in a shared building book it too.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No, it focuses on the roof. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey, and it is not a structural engineer’s report.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit normally takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We’ll give you an idea when you book.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Hambrook, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
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 will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What’s prompted the survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.