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Roof survey in Almodington, West Sussex
Roof surveys around Almodington, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Almodington
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Each one comes with a written report. Common reasons to book are debris building up in roof valleys and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, on clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and lead flashings.
Some older homes in villages like Almodington are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Almodington (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey does not cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- An exact number of years the roof has left
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.
Roofs we survey in Almodington
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
Places near Almodington
Other services in Almodington
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Almodington
Almodington is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take a building like Birdham CE Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Almodington is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. Almodington gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Almodington is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for roof surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the PO20 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Second Avenue, Batchmere Road and Third Avenue. We also cover the places around Almodington: Somerley (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south-west), Birdham (1 mile north), Highleigh (1 mile east) and Shipton Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (6 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (13 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Rustington (14 miles east).
Around Almodington
The closest station to Almodington is Chichester station, about 4.2 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Almodington include Pilsey Island.
The survey, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Almodington, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Why act early in Almodington
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We check them before they cause trouble. Around Almodington, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Price depends partly on 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.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Almodington
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
When to book a survey in Almodington
What’s under the slates or tiles is as important as the coverings themselves. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
For an older house near a landmark such as Earnley Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
- Their insurance cover
What affects the price in Almodington
To price your survey, we check:
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Almodington: your questions answered
Is my home in Almodington listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Chichester station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.