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Landlord roof survey in South Ambersham, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the let or shared roof at your property in South Ambersham from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Landlord roof survey in South Ambersham: what you get
With a shared roof, it’s not always clear what’s wrong or where. We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, including from the roof space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part, so everyone works from the same facts. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. We survey rented houses, flat roofs on blocks and gutters and downpipes, and people most frequently book us about failed flashings at walls and chimneys and gutters overflowing onto walls.
Some older homes in villages like South Ambersham are 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- South Ambersham (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in South Ambersham
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
South Ambersham: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Ambersham?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to South Ambersham?
Yes. South Ambersham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No, we don’t advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
The survey, 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. Cottages and farmhouses around South Ambersham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Keep the roof space accessible so the roof can be checked from inside. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
Landlord roof surveys around South Ambersham
About 1.7 miles north-west lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around South Ambersham has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Midhurst Rother College will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
South Ambersham is about 10 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in South Ambersham and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Landlord roof surveys in GU29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Selham (1 mile east), Graffham (2 miles south), River (2 miles north-east), Upperton (3 miles north-east) and Tillington (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (14 miles south-west), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (11 miles east).
What’s near South Ambersham
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Community Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (1.1 miles east). Open spaces near South Ambersham include Graffham Common and Levin Down.
Nearby places to South Ambersham
Also in South Ambersham
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Landlord and commercial surveys in South Ambersham
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.