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Shoreham-by-Sea Landlord Roof Survey
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in Shoreham-by-Sea? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Shoreham-by-Sea and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Leaks into upper flats
- Leaking joints at party walls
Common questions in Shoreham-by-Sea
Is my home in Shoreham-by-Sea listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t 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.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do you work in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Yes, we do. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Shoreham-by-Sea.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
About our landlord roof survey in Shoreham-by-Sea
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included 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. We survey rented houses, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are cracked or lifting flashings and leaks into upper flats.
Most homes in a town like Shoreham-by-Sea are houses, so the roof is normally the owner’s to look after. Small faults, such as a cracked ridge, a slipped tile or a blocked gutter, are cheaper to deal with early. A roof report gives you a list of what needs doing and how soon, whether you live in the house or let it. Photos show you exactly what was seen, even on parts you can’t reach yourself.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Shoreham-by-Sea (BN43, BN15, BN42)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Shoreham-by-Sea
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs often last around 15–20 years, so knowing roughly how old the roof is helps.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we check them closely.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Shoreham-by-Sea
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it, so maintenance gets put off. A condition report gives everyone the same starting point.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Landlords with a home close to Shoreham-By-Sea station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How long the report takes to arrive
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shoreham-by-Sea
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Shoreham-by-Sea. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What else we do in Shoreham-by-Sea
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Shoreham-by-Sea
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a visit in Shoreham-by-Sea, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Shoreham-by-Sea
Shoreham-by-Sea lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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.
With Portslade Manor about 2.3 miles east, the area around Shoreham-by-Sea has a long history. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. Anyone responsible for a site like Buckingham Park Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Shoreham-by-Sea is about 4 miles west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Shoreham-by-Sea, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Shoreham-by-Sea is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Brighton is in our area too.
All of BN43, BN15 and BN42 is covered for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Adelaide Square, High Street and Rainbow Square and the roads around them. Main roads around Shoreham-by-Sea include the A27 and A259. We also cover Old Shoreham (1 mile west), Kingston by Sea (1 mile east), Adur (1 mile north-west), Southwick (2 miles east) and Portslade (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (6 miles west), Haywards Heath (14 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (12 miles west), Rustington (11 miles west) and Storrington (10 miles north-west).
What’s near Shoreham-by-Sea
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Shoreham College, The Crabtree pub and Shoreham Academy and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Shoreham-by-Sea itself: Shoreham-By-Sea station. Other landmarks nearby include Southlands Hospital (0.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shoreham-by-Sea include Thundersbarrow Hill and Shoreham Beach.