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Roof leak investigation in Funtington, West Sussex
Need a roof leak investigation in Funtington? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Damp on a chimney breast
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Funtington
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Funtington, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you look after a building such as Funtington Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. West Dean House lies about 4.6 miles north-east, so building around Funtington goes back a long way. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Funtington is about 4 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Surveys in Funtington work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Church Lane, Lynch Down and Weston Lane. We also cover the places around Funtington: West Ashling (1 mile south-east), East Ashling (1 mile south-east), Hambrook (1 mile south-west), Racton (1 mile west) and Lordington (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (9 miles south-east), Chichester (4 miles south-east), Selsey (10 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Portfield (5 miles south-east).
Near you in Funtington
We work in homes and buildings around The Fox And Hounds Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Nutbourne station, roughly 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Emsworth Museum (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Funtington include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Roof leak investigation in Funtington: what you get
Not every drip is a leak. Condensation in a cold, poorly ventilated loft can drip from nails and timbers, leaving marks that look just like rainwater. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, since the cure for one won’t solve the other. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. If you’ve noticed wet patches high on an inside wall and damp ceilings under a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Funtington frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Funtington (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Funtington
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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. Do not go up yourself.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water damage grows the longer it is left. Damp spreads into rafters, ceilings and insulation. Tracing it now means less to put right later. Outbuildings and barns around Funtington are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Funtington
A chimney stack has plenty of places for rain to get in. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
If you let a flat or house near Nutbourne station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
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What affects the price in Funtington
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
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.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. In a small place like Funtington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it is useful.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Funtington questions
Will you come out to Funtington?
Yes, Funtington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Funtington listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How do I book a survey in Funtington?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.