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Pre-purchase roof survey in Felpham, West Sussex
Wondering about the roof at a property in Felpham? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Felpham and across West Sussex.
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Felpham
Some roofs can’t be seen well from ground level or from windows. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, and the report arrives the same day. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we will say so and look from ground level, windows and the loft instead. If you’re worried about cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing and gutters that overflow or drip at the joints, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like Felpham can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather usually shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Felpham (PO22, PO21)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Felpham: local notes
Felpham lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Landlords with a home close to Bognor Regis station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Felpham is about 1 mile east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Felpham, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Felpham is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
All of PO22 and PO21 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Sea Road, Ley Road and Limmer Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in South Bersted (1 mile west), Flansham (1 mile north-east), Bognor Regis (1 mile west), Middleton-on-Sea (2 miles east) and Shripney (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Worthing (11 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-west), Selsey (7 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Felpham
In Felpham, that means homes and buildings near The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, The Thatched House and Downview Primary School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Bognor Regis station, roughly 1 mile west. Well-known places in the area include Bognor Regis Museum (1.2 miles south-west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (1 mile west).
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlords and letting agents in Felpham book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
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 before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Homes around Felpham often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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Why get it checked now?
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today. Around Felpham, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we’re asked to look at in Felpham
Slates and tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay that hold them. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it rust and let slates slide. It’s a frequent finding on older houses.
Common reasons to book include:
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What they will not be able to tell you
FAQs for Felpham
Is Felpham within the area you cover?
Yes, Felpham is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Felpham?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
It is your choice, but the two do different jobs. A RICS home survey covers the whole building, while ours looks only at the roof, in more detail. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
The sooner after your offer is accepted, the better. The report is most useful before exchange, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.