West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Bosham Hoe, West Sussex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Bosham Hoe, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Loose chimney pots
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, which we describe in the report.
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. They get particular attention in every survey.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bosham Hoe
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar along the ridge and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Bosham Hoe, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Bosham Hoe (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Bosham Hoe
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
For landlords with property near Bosham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
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FAQs for Bosham Hoe
Is the coastal weather around Bosham Hoe hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do you cover smaller places like Bosham Hoe?
Yes. Bosham Hoe is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Bosham Hoe
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot. For an older or listed building in a place like Bosham Hoe, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% of customers satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Roof surveys in Bosham Hoe: local notes
Bosham Hoe lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Bosham Hoe is about 3 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Bosham Hoe is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Bosham Hoe is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Hoe Lane and Smuggler's Lane, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Bosham (1 mile north), West Itchenor (1 mile south-west), Broadbridge (2 miles north), Chidham (2 miles north-west) and Apuldram (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (3 miles north-east), Selsey (6 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Bosham Hoe
For rail, the closest station is Bosham station, roughly 1.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Chichester Cathedral Treasury (3.1 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (3.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Stoke Down and Nutborne Marshes.
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere like Bosham Hoe needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Photograph stains when they appear
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Check insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.