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Roof survey in Mid Lavant, West Sussex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Mid Lavant, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Mid Lavant
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’ve noticed worn lead at chimneys and abutments and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Mid Lavant, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Mid Lavant (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Mid Lavant
Mid Lavant is about 2 miles from Goodwood Aerodrome. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. About 1.9 miles east lies Goodwood House, a reminder of how long the area around Mid Lavant has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Lavant CofE Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Fishbourne station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Mid Lavant is about 2 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Mid Lavant and the rest of West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Roof surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on St Nicholas Road, Churchmead Close and Springfield Close. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include East Lavant (1 mile south-east), Westerton (2 miles south-east), Westhampnett (2 miles south-east), Chichester (2 miles south) and Waterbeach (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (7 miles south-east), Selsey (10 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Mid Lavant
Around Mid Lavant, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Earl Of March Public House and Bishop Luffa School and the streets around them. The closest station to Mid Lavant is Fishbourne station, about 2.7 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Chichester Castle (2.3 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (2.4 miles north). For a walk, there’s Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Stoke Down.
FAQs for Mid Lavant
Will you come out to Mid Lavant?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Mid Lavant is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How much does a roof survey cost in Mid Lavant?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Places near Mid Lavant
Other services in Mid Lavant
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Mid Lavant, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We look at 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, particularly at the verges and ridge.