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Roof survey in Shripney, West Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Shripney, with photographs and a written report.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Standing water on a flat roof
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
About our roof survey in Shripney
Our roof surveys cover Shripney and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Whether it’s a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. When you are ready to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We survey flat roofs, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
Older buildings in small places like Shripney may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Shripney (PO22)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Landlords and agents in Shripney book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
What we are asked to look at in Shripney
Some damage starts inside the loft space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It’s frequently mistaken for a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you let a flat or house near Bognor Regis station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the price includes VAT
Roof surveys around Shripney
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Shripney, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
The streets around a church such as Holy Cross Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Living close to The Brooks Local Nature Reserve is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Shripney is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Shripney is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Across West Sussex, we cover Shripney. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Every address in PO22 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Shripney Lane, Shripney Road and The Marigolds. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Lidsey (1 mile north-east), Flansham (2 miles east), Westergate (2 miles north), Aldingbourne (2 miles north) and Eastergate (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-west), Selsey (7 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
Near you in Shripney
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, The Regis School and Felpham Community College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bognor Regis station, about 1.7 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Tote Copse Castle (1.8 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.1 miles south).
Your questions about roof surveys in Shripney
Can a landlord with a rental near Bognor Regis station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Is my home in Shripney listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Shripney?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
How much does a roof survey cost in Shripney?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move.
Also near Shripney
What else we do in Shripney
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Shripney needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
How to book
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.