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Landlord roof survey in West Thorney, West Sussex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across West Thorney, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Flashings that have come away
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Leaks into upper flats
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in West Thorney
Can a landlord with a rental near Southbourne station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is the coastal weather around West Thorney hard on roofs?
It can do. West Thorney is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
How a landlord roof survey works in West Thorney
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early, and plan work rather than react to it. The findings come in a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. We survey blocks of flats, flat roofs on blocks and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are worn ridges, hips and verges and leaks into upper flats.
In a small place like West Thorney, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- West Thorney (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Prices quoted always include 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.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
West Thorney homes and their roofs
West Thorney is within about 1 mile of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Living close to Eames Farm is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Anyone responsible for a site like Thorney Island Community Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
West Thorney is about 5 miles south-east of Havant, in West Sussex. West Thorney is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. West Thorney is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for landlord roof surveys. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO10 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. We also cover the places around West Thorney: Thorney Island (1 mile north-west), Tye (2 miles west), Southbourne (2 miles north), North Hayling (2 miles west) and Northney (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (10 miles east), Chichester (6 miles east), Selsey (8 miles south-east), Emsworth (3 miles north-west), Portfield (7 miles east) and Yapton (13 miles east).
Near you in West Thorney
In West Thorney, that means homes and buildings near Eames Farm and Bourne Community College, among other places. West Thorney’s nearest station is Southbourne station, roughly 2.2 miles north. A little further out are Emsworth Museum (2.5 miles north-west) and Warblington Castle (3.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Nutborne Marshes.
Places near West Thorney
Also in West Thorney
Why it’s worth a survey now in West Thorney
Tenants can only report what shows inside. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. We check the roof, not just the symptoms. For an older or listed building in a place like West Thorney, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Photos and a written report every time
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around West Thorney, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in West Thorney
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
Useful tips for West Thorney property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Deal with urgent items first
- Give residents notice before a survey
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, particularly on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.