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Roof survey in Church Norton, West Sussex
Roof surveys in Church Norton and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
About our roof survey in Church Norton
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’re worried about lifted, split or missing lead flashings and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Church Norton, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Church Norton (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Tile-hanging on walls and dormer cheeks is checked as part of the roof where it’s relevant. Loose or missing tiles there let rain into the wall.
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Rural addresses near Church Norton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What a roof survey doesn’t cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A full building survey of the property
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
Church Norton questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Church Norton?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bognor Regis station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Church Norton
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Church Norton and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local roofs in Church Norton
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Church Norton, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
Take an older house close to St Wilfrid's Chapel: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Bognor Regis station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building like The Academy, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Church Norton is about 1 mile north-east of Selsey, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Church Norton and the rest of West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Portsmouth is in our area too.
All of PO20 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Grange Lane and Rectory Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Selsey (1 mile south-west), Keynor Estate (2 miles north-west), Pagham (2 miles north-east), Sidlesham (2 miles north) and Nyetimber (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles north-east), Chichester (6 miles north), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (10 miles north-west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Church Norton
Church Norton’s nearest station is Bognor Regis station, roughly 4.9 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Selsey Lifeboat Museum (1.5 miles south) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (5.1 miles north-east).
Prices for roof surveys in Church Norton
To price your survey, we look at:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.