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Roof survey in Goring-by-Sea, West Sussex
Wondering about the roof at a property in Goring-by-Sea? You can book a roof survey in Goring-by-Sea and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Loose chimney pots
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Torn or sagging underlay
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Goring-by-Sea is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Roof survey in Goring-by-Sea
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run seven days a week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. If you are worried about cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like Goring-by-Sea, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Goring-by-Sea (BN12, BN99, BN13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Goring-by-Sea
Can a landlord with a rental near Goring-By-Sea station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Goring-by-Sea is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
How long does the visit take?
It normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Around Goring-by-Sea, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Goring-by-Sea
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber frequently lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Goring-by-Sea
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 in advance.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Places near Goring-by-Sea
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What affects the price in Goring-by-Sea
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Goring-by-Sea homes and their roofs
Goring-by-Sea lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Trees in and around Durrington Minature Railway shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Landlords with a home close to Goring-By-Sea station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. The streets around a church like St Mary's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Goring-by-Sea is about 1 mile south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Surveys in Goring-by-Sea work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Roof surveys in BN12, BN99 and BN13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Sea Lane, Jupp's Lane and Goring Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Goring-by-Sea, we cover Ferring (1 mile west), Hangleton (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (2 miles west), Durrington (2 miles north) and West Kingston (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Littlehampton (5 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles east), Lancing (5 miles east), Rustington (4 miles west) and Storrington (8 miles north).
Near you in Goring-by-Sea
Around Goring-by-Sea, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Durrington Minature Railway, Chatsmore Catholic High School and Worthing College and the streets around them. The closest station to Goring-by-Sea is Goring-By-Sea station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.6 miles north-east) and The Acre (1.8 miles east). The countryside around Goring-by-Sea includes Highdown Hill.