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Pre-purchase roof survey in Charlton, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Charlton.
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Charlton
The roof is one of the most expensive parts of a home to repair, and one of the hardest for a buyer to see. Our pre-purchase roof survey gives you a close look at it before you are committed. We look at the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, plus the loft where there’s safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. We survey lead flashings and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and flat-roofed extensions and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney and old water stains in the roof space.
Somewhere as small as Charlton, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Charlton (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Charlton homes and their roofs
Historic houses such as West Dean House, about 1.7 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Charlton goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Charlton is about 5 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Charlton, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Charlton is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Charlton Road and Knight's Hill or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Charlton, we cover Singleton (1 mile west), East Dean (1 mile east), West Dean (2 miles west), Cocking (3 miles north) and Heyshott (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (9 miles south), Chichester (5 miles south), Selsey (12 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east), Emsworth (10 miles south-west) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
Around Charlton
Nearby you will also find Chichester Centre (4.6 miles south) and Weald and Downland Gridshell (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Charlton include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Why get it checked now?
Lots of buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. The report shows what needs doing first, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Charlton, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Charlton
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Charlton
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Charlton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- Access to the house and the roof space is agreed ahead of time.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the roof space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a report with photographs and recommendations before you exchange.
How to prepare
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Older slate roofs often have bitumen felt under them, and very old ones may have none. Where we can see it from the loft, we say what condition it’s in.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings are a common source of leaks, so they get close attention in a pre-purchase survey. We photograph any that need work.
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Chimney stacks
Charlton questions
How do I find out if my home in Charlton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Charlton within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
How do I book a survey in Charlton?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where it applies.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email, with photos.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.