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Landlord roof survey in Selsey, West Sussex
Landlord roof surveys in Selsey and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Landlord roof survey in Selsey: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. Typical surveys look at worn ridges, hips and verges and chimney stacks in poor repair, across converted houses, rented houses and flat roofs on blocks.
In a town like Selsey, most homes are houses whose owners look after their own roofs. Small faults, such as a cracked ridge, a slipped tile or a blocked gutter, are cheaper to deal with early. The report sets out what needs attention, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Photos show you exactly what was seen, even on parts you can’t reach yourself.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Selsey (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Selsey
Selsey 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, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take an older house close to St Peter's Church: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Take a building like Seal Primary Academy: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Selsey is about 6 miles south-west of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We visit Selsey as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Selsey is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: PO20. Local streets include Church Road, High Street and Ellis Square, all of which we cover. With the B2145 close by, Selsey is simple for us to get to for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Church Norton (1 mile north-east), Keynor Estate (2 miles north), Sidlesham (3 miles north), Pagham (3 miles north-east) and Street End (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (6 miles north-east), Chichester (7 miles north), Littlehampton (12 miles north-east), Emsworth (10 miles north-west), Rustington (13 miles north-east) and Angmering (15 miles north-east). Selsey is among the bigger towns we cover in West Sussex.
Around Selsey
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Academy, The Fisherman's Joy Public House and The Academy. Nearby you will also find Selsey Lifeboat Museum (0.5 miles south-east).
Nearby places to Selsey
Also in Selsey
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
What affects the price in Selsey
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Selsey
How do I find out if my home in Selsey is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Selsey in the area you cover?
Yes, Selsey is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Who typically books a landlord or block roof survey?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Owners in a shared building book it too.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will the survey cover the whole building?
No, it focuses on the roof. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 building survey, and it is not a structural engineer’s report.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Selsey
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. A survey gives you an independent view of the roof before you commission work, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Roof faults found early can be planned for, whereas a leak tends to force the timing on you.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Package prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Selsey
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
The survey, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. A survey in Selsey needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. 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.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.