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Roof surveys in PO18
Live in PO18? Our roof surveyors cover Bosham, Westhampnett and Nutbourne and the rest of the district.
Where we work in PO18
- Bosham
- Westhampnett
- Nutbourne
- Hambrook
- Mid Lavant
- Broadbridge
- West Ashling
- Funtington
- Boxgrove
- East Dean
- East Lavant
- Maudlin
- Chidham
- Charlton
- Halnaker
- Singleton
- Bosham Hoe
- Compton
- East Hampnett
- Lordington
- West Stoke
- Crockerhill
- East Ashling
- Strettington
- Walderton
- Waterbeach
- West Dean
- West Marden
- Westerton
- East Marden
- Racton
- Chilgrove
- Chichester
- Portfield
- Fishbourne
- Tangmere
Our services across PO18
- Roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Storm damage roof report
- Gutter survey
- Drone roof survey
- All services
Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof and we’ll find a date: phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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About roof surveys in PO18
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Common reasons to book are cracked mortar along the ridge and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, across natural slate, the roof space and chimney stacks.
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
What affects the price in PO18
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- A report with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Landmarks near Bosham
We work in homes and buildings around The United Reformed Church, The Berkeley Arms Public House and Bosham Primary School and the streets around them. Bosham’s nearest station is Bosham station, roughly 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Chichester Cathedral Treasury (3.2 miles east) and St Richard's Hospital (3.8 miles east). For a walk, there’s Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
Roof surveys across PO18: local notes
Homes across PO18 range from older properties with chimneys and lead flashings to newer houses with concrete tiles. Blocked gutters, slipped slates and tired flashings turn up on all of them sooner or later.
We work right across London and the South East, from the Isle of Wight to Hertfordshire, and PO18 is well within that. We survey on any day of the week. Parts of PO18 are coastal, so the weather on the day matters more for drone flights and roof access. A windy forecast can mean a change of date.
Bosham: For landlords with property near Bosham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Warblington Castle lies about 4.9 miles west, so building around Bosham goes back a long way. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
How we price roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Roof area
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
For a price for your roof in PO18, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
What we are asked to look at in PO18
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Problems we come across often include:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Useful tips for PO18 property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaks rarely show up straight away. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What insurance they carry
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Questions from PO18
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How much does a roof survey cost in PO18?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.