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Roof Survey in Stedham
Independent roof surveys in Stedham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Roof survey in Stedham
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’ve noticed lifted, split or missing lead flashings and cracked mortar along the ridge, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Stedham, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Stedham (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Stedham
A small roof defect normally gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and damp timber slowly weakens. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Older cottages and farmhouses around Stedham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Photos and a written report every time
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
FAQs for Stedham
How do I find out if my home in Stedham is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover Stedham?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Stedham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A structural engineer’s report
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Stedham
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Useful tips for Stedham property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Let us know about past leaks
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
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.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Nearby places to Stedham
Also in Stedham
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Cottages and farmhouses around Stedham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Stedham, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What a roof survey looks like in Stedham
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St James: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Cowdray House, about 1.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stedham. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. If you look after a building such as Stedham Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Stedham is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Bookings from Stedham are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Stedham is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for roof surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in GU29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on The Street, The Alley and Queens Street. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Iping (1 mile north-west), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Minsted (1 mile south-west), Bepton Common (1 mile south-east) and Midhurst (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (15 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles east) and Portfield (11 miles south).
Near you in Stedham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Midhurst Rother College and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lodsworth Castle (4.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stedham
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.