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Roof Survey in South Bersted
Wondering about the roof at a property in South Bersted? We carry out roof surveys in South Bersted and across West Sussex.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around South Bersted, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in South Bersted
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey natural slate, flat roofs and the roof space, and the problems we are asked to look at most are worn lead at chimneys and abutments and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Around South Bersted, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- South Bersted (PO21, PO22, BN14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in South Bersted
Will you come out to South Bersted?
Yes, South Bersted is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in South Bersted?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Roof surveys in South Bersted: local notes
South Bersted 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 can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Bognor Regis station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary Magdalene are often 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. Take a building like South Bersted CofE Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
South Bersted is about 1 mile north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Whether the building in South Bersted is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our West Sussex coverage includes South Bersted. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO21, PO22 and BN14 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Ivy Lane, Hook Lane and Essex Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to South Bersted include Bognor Regis (1 mile south-west), Felpham (1 mile east), Shripney (1 mile north), Aldwick (2 miles south-west) and Flansham (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-west), Selsey (6 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Emsworth (12 miles west) and Rustington (7 miles east).
What’s near South Bersted
Around South Bersted, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, The Regis School and The William Hardwicke pub and the streets around them. South Bersted has its own railway station: Bognor Regis station. A little further out are Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (under half a mile south) and Bognor Regis Museum (0.8 miles south).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Bersted
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Why get it checked now?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is often been getting in for a while. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. From inside the loft space, we can often spot it sooner. Blocked gutters on homes around South Bersted overflow and soak walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Let us know about past leaks
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What else we do in South Bersted
What affects the price in South Bersted
To price your survey, we check:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The size of the roof
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.