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Landlord roof survey in Strettington, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Strettington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked or lifting flashings
Landlord roof survey in Strettington
A roof over tenants or leaseholders often gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a report with photographs that you can keep with the building’s records. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to see how the roof is changing. If you are worried about ceiling stains reported by tenants and slipped or missing slates and tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, on rented houses, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks alike.
Some older homes in villages like Strettington are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Strettington (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. For a village or hamlet like Strettington, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- 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.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Useful tips for Strettington property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults normally get worse.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Strettington
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Historic houses such as Goodwood House, about 0.9 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Strettington goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Anyone responsible for a site like Boxgrove CofE Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to St Andrew's Church: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Strettington is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We provide landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Strettington and nearby. Our West Sussex coverage includes Strettington. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO18 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Westerton (1 mile west), Waterbeach (1 mile north), Maudlin (1 mile south-west), Boxgrove (1 mile east) and Tangmere (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Strettington
Around Strettington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School, among other places. The closest station to Strettington is Chichester station, roughly 2.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Chichester City Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
Strettington: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Strettington is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Strettington within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. The report records what couldn’t be seen in the report.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Strettington
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Strettington, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.