West Sussex · London and the South East
Duncton Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Duncton, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Roof survey in Duncton: what you get
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching.
Somewhere as small as Duncton, 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 frequently old. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Duncton (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Duncton questions
How do I find out if my home in Duncton is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Duncton?
Yes, Duncton is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
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What happens on the day
The visit typically 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 roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Duncton, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Duncton
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Duncton. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Duncton
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. Around Duncton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% of customers satisfied
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To get a price for roof surveys in Duncton, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Duncton
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. About 2.4 miles south-east lies Bignor Roman Villa, a reminder of how long the area around Duncton has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of Holy Trinity, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Duncton CofE Junior School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Duncton is about 10 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Duncton is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. There is also a page for Guildford.
Every address in GU28 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Duncton High Street and Willett Close or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Duncton: East Lavington (1 mile south-west), Sutton (2 miles south-east), Rotherbridge (2 miles north), Graffham (2 miles west) and Haslingbourne (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (13 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south-east), Emsworth (15 miles south-west) and Rustington (11 miles south-east).
Around Duncton
In Duncton, that means homes and buildings near The Parish Church of St Peter. Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.6 miles north-east). Not far away are Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.