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West Lavington Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in West Lavington, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Lavington
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We check the roof from every safe viewpoint including the loft and flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part, so everyone works from the same facts. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. We are often asked to look into leaking joints at party walls and damaged pots and flaunching, across gutters and downpipes, converted houses and blocks of flats.
Somewhere as small as West Lavington, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- West Lavington (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere as small as West Lavington, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Do you need a landlord roof survey in West Lavington?
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Blocked gutters over flats
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Midhurst CofE Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before booking anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
What affects the price in West Lavington
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
West Lavington questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Lavington?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover West Lavington?
Yes, West Lavington is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
Will the survey cover the whole building?
No. We survey the roof and its parts, not the whole property. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Do you need access to all the flats?
That depends on the layout. Frequently we need the loft and certain flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We tell you what’s needed when booking.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease typically decides who is responsible and we don’t give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
How do I book a survey in West Lavington?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Nearby places to West Lavington
Other services in West Lavington
Why act early in West Lavington
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without a survey, it’s one opinion against another. Around West Lavington, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Useful tips for West Lavington property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Check the loft space can be accessed
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults normally get worse.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
West Lavington homes and their roofs
Cowdray House, about 0.6 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Lavington. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
West Lavington is about 9 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in West Lavington, we can come and survey your property. West Lavington is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Landlord roof surveys in GU29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Church Road, Selham Road and Highstanding Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover Midhurst (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south-west), Easebourne (1 mile north), Bepton Common (1 mile west) and Heyshott Green (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (13 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (13 miles east).
Near you in West Lavington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Midhurst Rother College, St Margaret's Convent and Crown House. Nearby you will also find Midhurst Museum (0.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near West Lavington include Levin Down and Graffham Common.