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Landlord roof survey in High Salvington, West Sussex
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in High Salvington and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof survey in High Salvington
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We can’t advise on what your lease says but we can give you an independent record of the roof’s condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photos and recommendations. Typical surveys look at cracked or leaning shared chimneys and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, across converted houses, rented houses and flat roofs on blocks.
Houses in smaller places like High Salvington can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- High Salvington (BN13, BN14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
We do not advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, particularly on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Towns and villages near High Salvington
What else we do in High Salvington
What affects the price in High Salvington
To price your survey, we check:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Parking around High Salvington is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What we can’t see
A survey is a proper look at the let or shared roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
Leave it or get it looked at?
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. A survey looks at the roof itself. In a smaller place like High Salvington, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in High Salvington
The coast is about 4 miles or less from High Salvington, 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. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Vale School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Homes near green spaces like Clapham Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
High Salvington is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We visit High Salvington as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our West Sussex coverage includes High Salvington. Brighton is in our area too.
We work across BN13 and BN14 for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane. If you are just outside High Salvington, we cover Cote (1 mile south-west), Durrington (1 mile south), Findon (1 mile north), Clapham (2 miles west) and Patching (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles east).
What’s near High Salvington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Clapham Wood and Durrington High School. The closest station to High Salvington is Durrington-On-Sea station, roughly 2.2 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.7 miles south) and Old Castle (1.7 miles south). For a walk, there’s Highdown Hill and Widewater Lagoon.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in High Salvington
Does being near the coast affect roofs in High Salvington?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Durrington-On-Sea station?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in High Salvington?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in High Salvington
On a shared roof, it is not always clear who should act. Everyone may think someone else is responsible and work gets delayed. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Flashings that have come away
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What insurance they carry
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price