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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Middleton-on-Sea
Wondering about the roof at a property in Middleton-on-Sea? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Middleton-on-Sea and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Middleton-on-Sea?
Gutter problems often look minor from the street. Water spilling over a gutter soaks brickwork and can rot fascias and rafter ends. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the house. They’re part of what we look at.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Old water stains in the roof space
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- A ridge or slope that dips
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Nicholas Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Questions to ask before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Pre-purchase roof survey in Middleton-on-Sea
With a written roof report, you can go back to the seller or agent with specifics. You might ask about past repairs, ask for work to be done before completion or think again about your offer. What the seller agrees to is up to them, but you’ll be asking from facts rather than guesses. It can also help you decide whether the purchase is still right for you. Typical surveys look at flashings that have lifted or split and gutters that overflow or drip at the joints, on flat-roofed extensions and dormers, the roof space and chimney stacks.
In a smaller place like Middleton-on-Sea, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Middleton-on-Sea (PO22, BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. A visit to Middleton-on-Sea is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Middleton-on-Sea
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Middleton-on-Sea. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Middleton-on-Sea homes and their roofs
Middleton-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you own a rental within reach of Bognor Regis station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Middleton-on-Sea is about 3 miles east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Bookings from Middleton-on-Sea are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Middleton-on-Sea is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in PO22 and BN18 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Sea Lane, Elmer Road and Yapton Road. We also cover the places around Middleton-on-Sea: Elmer (1 mile east), Bilsham (1 mile north), Flansham (1 mile north-west), Felpham (2 miles west) and Yapton (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles west), Chichester (8 miles north-west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Lancing (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Middleton-on-Sea
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Felpham Community College. The closest station to Middleton-on-Sea is Bognor Regis station, about 2.5 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Bognor Regis Museum (2.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (4.2 miles north-west).
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Older homes in the South East frequently have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles on some. Where pegs have rotted, tiles can slip.
Natural slate
Older slate roofs frequently 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.
FAQs for Middleton-on-Sea
Is Middleton-on-Sea within the area you cover?
Yes, Middleton-on-Sea is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Middleton-on-Sea?
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.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you go up on the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. It is a dedicated roof survey, with a written report and photos. It doesn’t cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Request records of any re-roofing
The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. Whichever package you choose, you can ask us what a finding means.
Check the roof from the garden and the street after a storm. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.