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Climping Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Climping. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
About our roof survey in Climping
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you’re worried about worn lead at chimneys and abutments and worn or blocked valleys, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Climping, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently 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.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Climping (BN17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Climping: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Climping?
Frequently, yes. Climping is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is Climping within the area you cover?
Yes, Climping is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft space where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
When to book a survey in Climping
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Loose chimney pots
Landlords with a home close to Littlehampton station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the survey won’t cover
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a village or hamlet like Climping, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- 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 loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Check pets are kept safely away
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Asbestos testing of any kind
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
Roof surveys around Climping
Climping is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you look after a building like St Mary's CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Climping is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Climping, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our West Sussex coverage includes Climping and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in BN17 is covered for roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Church Lane, Horsemere Green Lane and Crookthorn Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Horsemere Green (1 mile west), Atherington (1 mile south), Ford (1 mile north), Wick (1 mile north-east) and Tortington (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Near you in Climping
We work in homes and buildings around The Littlehampton Academy and The Black Horse Public House. Climping’s nearest station is Littlehampton station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (3 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3 miles east). Open spaces near Climping include WWT Arundel.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.